Education and Learning - Security Institute

Education & Learning

Education and learning are key components in the ongoing professionalisation of our industry.

Read about our initiatives, our courses and gain insights into the wider security sector here.

What is Protective Security?

The term ‘protective security’ is, in reality, an umbrella term for a multifaceted approach aimed at safeguarding society: communities, individuals, infrastructure; buildings and assets, information and knowledge from a range of threats including criminality, organised crime, cybercrime, violent protest, terrorism and hostile state activity.

To read more about Protective Security, click here.

Baroness Ruth Henig Scholarship

To honour the legacy of our late president, Baroness Ruth Henig CBE JP DL, The Security Institute is pleased to announce the official launch of the Baroness Ruth Henig Scholarship Programme. This initiative is designed to enable and encourage the next generation of talented young security professionals and give them the tools to succeed. To read more about the scholarship, click here.

Protective Security Framework

Protective security is not a one-size-fits-all solution; rather, it requires a comprehensive and adaptive approach that takes into account the unique needs and challenges of each situation.

To read more about the Protective Security Framework, click here.

SABRE – Security Assurance by Building Research Establishment

SABRE is a security risk management certification standard that can be used to assess new and existing buildings, infrastructure and managed space during design, construction, and operations.

SABRE enables organisations to achieve better security outcomes and return on investment, evidence their commitment, and communicate their ability to protect what is important. This provides assurance to stakeholders, aids regulatory compliance, and supports successful wellness and ESG (Environment, Social & Governance) strategies.

Independent SABRE assessment leads to third-party certification awarded by BRE Global Limited, owners of the BREEAM and LPCB range of standards.

SABRE certified facilities and projects are found at www.redbooklive.com, BRE Global’s official directory of fire and security listings.

To read more about SABRE, click here.

Security Courses & Qualifications

The Security Institute promotes and encourages continued professional development through education.

In conjunction with our partners PerpetuityArc, we offer a range of security courses and qualifications designed to improve and professionalise our industry.

To read more about our courses, click here.

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

The Security Institute is committed to raising standards. It encourages members to consider how they can personally continue to develop their skills, and knowledge for an evolving industry, to help and support others. The Institutes Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Toolkit assists in keeping an accurate record of activity, tracking participation and evidence of ongoing learning. It provides employers or professional bodies with evidence of CPD, providing participants with a competitive edge, confidence, and competence. To find out more, read about it here.

Protective Security Advisor - Apprenticeship

The Protective Security Advisor, Apprenticeship is a new qualification that has been developed by a Trailblazing Group made up on stakeholders from Government, Business, Academia and Security Organisations, including The Security Institute.

The apprenticeship application is currently with the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) for review and decisions on occupational standards, end point assessment and funding.

The Security Institute, is proud to host the core information related to the Protective Security Advisor, Apprenticeship as part of our three pillars of membership, professionalisation and influence.

Keep an eye on this page and our news page for updates.