This qualification is an entry-level qualification and recognises the key competencies required of security personnel who are able to work in a variety of security contexts. This qualification will be for individuals who want to enter the security industry and develop competencies in standard security practices such as access and egress control, security response and patrols, asset protection and visible
security operations.
Holders of this Qualification will operate mainly in the security sector, within a range of contexts, including rural, urban, corporate, mass gatherings, homes and businesses. It will provide the learner with the competencies needed to undertake a range of security related processes and practices at an entry level. This qualification will entail that persons involved in the security environment will be able to practice the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to operate in a professional manner. The qualification will also enhance their career opportunities within the security environment.
security operations.
Holders of this Qualification will operate mainly in the security sector, within a range of contexts, including rural, urban, corporate, mass gatherings, homes and businesses. It will provide the learner with the competencies needed to undertake a range of security related processes and practices at an entry level. This qualification will entail that persons involved in the security environment will be able to practice the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to operate in a professional manner. The qualification will also enhance their career opportunities within the security environment.
On achieving this Qualification, the learner will be able to:
i. Have the competence in Safeguarding premises, assets, information and personnel.
ii. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of how to. Interact with customers and people.
iii. Display knowledge of how to operate security equipment.
iv. Apply sound administrative management principles.
v. Utilise essential managerial skills that lead to informed decision making.
vi. Discuss the current legal framework pertaining to the security industry is adhered to and efforts to increase awareness of same are made.
i. Have the competence in Safeguarding premises, assets, information and personnel.
ii. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of how to. Interact with customers and people.
iii. Display knowledge of how to operate security equipment.
iv. Apply sound administrative management principles.
v. Utilise essential managerial skills that lead to informed decision making.
vi. Discuss the current legal framework pertaining to the security industry is adhered to and efforts to increase awareness of same are made.
The following are the entry requirements of this qualification
1.3.1 Normal Entry
The normal entry requirement to the programme shall be a Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate (Ordinary or Higher or a combination of both) or equivalent qualification(s), if the candidate has passed five subjects (including English at Grade D) normally in not more than three examination sittings with a minimum of 20 points on the St. Antony Universal College evaluation scale
1.3.2 Mature Age Entry
i. Minimum age is 25 years old plus 3 years relevant working experience & Grade 10 Certificate.
ii. Recognition of Prior Learning RPL is available as an entry option.
1.3.1 Normal Entry
The normal entry requirement to the programme shall be a Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate (Ordinary or Higher or a combination of both) or equivalent qualification(s), if the candidate has passed five subjects (including English at Grade D) normally in not more than three examination sittings with a minimum of 20 points on the St. Antony Universal College evaluation scale
1.3.2 Mature Age Entry
i. Minimum age is 25 years old plus 3 years relevant working experience & Grade 10 Certificate.
ii. Recognition of Prior Learning RPL is available as an entry option.
This qualification will be awarded to candidates with a minimum of 120 credits and who have met the requirements of the compulsory selection.
Students can transfer into the qualification provided that they are doing a similar qualification at level 5 with a recognised University or College. Transferred credits cannot be more than 50% and will be done on a course by course basis after assessing the similarity of course contents
The delivery mode will include full time lecturers, tutorials, industrial attachment and self-study.
1.6.1 Assessment
i. Assessment shall be both the course work and the Research paper shall be in accordance with the general regulations of St. Antony Universal College.
ii. Whereas the continuous assessment shall constitute 40%, the final examination assessment shall constitute 60%
iii. The Certificate shall be awarded in accordance with the general regulations of St. Antony Universal College.
1.6.2 Exemption
There will be recognition of prior learning (RPL) for students who want to enrol on the proviso that they hold certain qualifications, which in the professional view of the college warrant exemption of such course(s). Each case will be considered on its own merits. Details will be reflected in the programme regulations.
1.6.1 Assessment
i. Assessment shall be both the course work and the Research paper shall be in accordance with the general regulations of St. Antony Universal College.
ii. Whereas the continuous assessment shall constitute 40%, the final examination assessment shall constitute 60%
iii. The Certificate shall be awarded in accordance with the general regulations of St. Antony Universal College.
1.6.2 Exemption
There will be recognition of prior learning (RPL) for students who want to enrol on the proviso that they hold certain qualifications, which in the professional view of the college warrant exemption of such course(s). Each case will be considered on its own merits. Details will be reflected in the programme regulations.
Course structure (NQF Level 4 Certificate)
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||||||
| MODULE | LEVEL | CODE | CREDITS | MODULE | LEVEL | CODE | CREDITS |
| Introduction to Law | 4 | CSM101 | 15 | Introduction to Court Procedures | 4 | CSM104 | 15 |
| Criminal Law | 4 | CSM102 | 15 | Risk Management | 4 | CSM105 | 15 |
| Customer Care | 4 | CSM100 | 15 | Principle of Management | 4 | CSM106 | 15 |
| Communication and IT | 4 | CSM103 | 15 | Law of Evidence | 4 | CSM107 | 15 |
| Total Semester Credits | 60 | 60 | |||||
| Total Credits for Year 1 | 120 |