The CCTV Operator Course is an online, knowledge-based programme that develops foundational skills in camera monitoring, surveillance, incident reporting and data protection. Although it does not provide an SIA licence, it can support applications for entry-level and related security roles. Some positions may require additional training, experience or an SIA Public Space Surveillance licence.

• CCTV Operator
  Monitors live camera footage, identifies suspicious activities, records incidents and reports concerns to relevant security personnel promptly.
  Average UK salary: £19,000–£28,000 per year
• CCTV Control Room Operator
  Operates surveillance systems, responds to alarms, maintains incident logs and communicates effectively with emergency services when required.
  Average UK salary: £23,000–£33,000 per year
• Security Officer
  Protects buildings, people and valuable property through regular patrols, access control, surveillance monitoring and incident reporting duties.
  Average UK salary: £20,000–£35,000 per year
• Surveillance Officer
  Observes people, locations and activities, gathers important information and prepares accurate reports while following legal surveillance procedures.
  Average UK salary: £27,000–£41,000 per year
• Alarm Monitoring Operator
  Monitors security alarms and CCTV feeds, assesses potential threats and coordinates appropriate responses with clients or emergency services.
  Average UK salary: £22,000–£30,000 per year
• Retail Security Officer
  Monitors shops and shopping centres, prevents theft, observes customer activity and supports safe retail environments during operations.
  Average UK salary: £20,000–£30,000 per year
• Security Control Room Assistant
  Supports control room operations by maintaining records, monitoring communications and assisting operators with incident management and escalation procedures.
  Average UK salary: £21,000–£29,000 per year
• Mobile Security Officer
  Patrols multiple locations, checks security systems, responds to incidents and reports suspicious activities to management or emergency teams.
  Average UK salary: £22,000–£32,000 per year
• Concierge Security Officer
  Combines customer service with access control, visitor monitoring, CCTV observation and maintaining security within residential or commercial buildings.
  Average UK salary: £21,000–£30,000 per year
• Loss Prevention Officer
  Uses surveillance systems to identify theft, investigate suspicious behaviour and help businesses reduce financial losses and security risks.
  Average UK salary: £22,000–£32,000 per year