IQ Level 2 Award in CCTV Operations (Public Space Surveillance) (QCF)

Qualification Number	600/3128/1
Title	IQ Level 2 Award in CCTV Operations (Public Space Surveillance) (QCF)
Category	National
Sector	Security
Operational Start Date	24/08/2011
Operational End Date	31/12/2013
Total Units	3	Min Credit	4
Min Guided Learning Hours	32	Max Guided Learning Hours	32
Min Age From	16	Min Age To	100

About this Qualification

The IQ Level 2 Award in CCTV Operations (Public Space Surveillance) (QCF) is a qualification for individuals who work or would like to work as a CCTV Operator. It is based on the SIA Specification for Learning and Qualifications for CCTV Control Room Operators (PSS) and successful completion of the qualification enables learners to apply for an SIA licence for CCTV Operators.

Take this Qualification

If you are interested in taking this qualification and would like to find your nearest IQ centre, please give us a call on 01952 457 452 and a member of our team will be happy to help.

Structure

The qualification has 3 mandatory units and learners must achieve 4 credits to gain certification.

Index	Group	Unit Ref.	Unit Title	Credit	Guided Learning Hours
1	Mandatory Group	H/600/7388	Practical Operation of CCTV Equipment	1	8
1	Mandatory Group	A/600/7381	Working as a CCTV Operator	2	14
1	Mandatory Group	M/600/5174	Working in the Private Security Industry	1	10
Total				4	32

Assessment

Unit 1 and 2 are assessed by a multiple choice exam.

Unit 3 is assessed by Practical Demonstration/Assignment internally assessed and marked and quality assured by IQ. A workbook and guidance for the assessment for the practical unit 3 is available on the website. Please see guidance on page 19 for suggested CCTV scenarios and the quality assurance process.

Unit	Assessment	Number of questions	Time allowed
1. Working in the Private Security Industry	Multiple choice question paper	20	45 minutes
2. Working as a CCTV Operator	Multiple choice question paper	30	45 minutes
3. Practical Operation of CCTV Equipment	Practical Demonstration/Assignment Internally assessed and marked and quality assured by IQ	N/A	N/A

Assessment for unit 1 and 2 must be carried out under exam conditions, and a full SIA Identification check must be completed. Please see the IQ web site for details of examination requirements, the list of SIA acceptable forms of identification is included at the end of this specification.

Learner Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements. However, learners should be able to work at level 1 or above and be proficient in the use of English Language.

Tutor Requirements

All trainers delivering this qualification must have:

Appropriate teaching qualification, e.g. PTLLS
Three years frontline operational experience in the last ten, relevant to the area that they are training
Continuous Professional development

For full details please see “IQ Centre Guidance for Security Qualifications, Section 1 Requirements for delivering SIA licensed linked qualifications” available from website.

Centre Requirements

To be able to deliver and assess the learning outcomes and assessment criteria of unit 3, centres must have at the minimum a control room environment and a CCTV system with at least two PTZ cameras and associated recording and monitoring equipment.

Downloadable Resources

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Specification - CCTV 600/3128/1

From: Working in the Private Security Industry
- Sample Questions - WIPSI M/600/5174
From: Working as a CCTV Operator
- Sample Questions - CCTV A/600/7381
From: Practical Operation of CCTV Equipment
- Workbook - Practical Operation of CCTV Equipment (protected)