Experience-based transmission
Passing on recognized know-how
SIR Academy instructors are accredited by cantonal police forces, in accordance with the Concordat on security companies, and FSEA-certified for adult training. They combine field experience, pedagogy and high standards.
The high standards and quality of our training courses have earned us eduQua, ISO 21001 and SRC certification.
SIR as a training company
Through the SIR Academy, we aim to train SIR agents, but also to organize tailor-made courses and training for other companies, self-employed people or institutions, to provide them with the necessary safety knowledge.
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External training
SIR know-how at your service
A benchmark training company since 2002, SIR has acquired solid expertise in coaching and developing the skills of its employees. We have chosen to make this know-how available to our customers.
Our accredited trainers design tailor-made programs in response to specific needs. These professional training courses can be delivered directly on your premises or at the SIR Academy, and cover a wide range of issues relating to the safety of people and premises.
All the training courses we offer
- BLS-AED first aid (SRC certification)
- Fire prevention
- Conflict and aggression management
- Preparing for the federal security guard diploma
- Modules fully customized to specific needs
Training professionals, certifying career paths
SIR instructors are accredited by cantonal police forces in accordance with the Concordat on security companies. Some also hold the FSEA certificate, guaranteeing a professional pedagogical framework adapted to adult training.
As a security training company, SIR passes on its know-how far beyond its own workforce. Thanks to the experience of its trainers and content adapted to the realities of the field, SIR offers professional training courses for companies or external institutions active in the security field. These sessions can be run in-house or directly on site, depending on the needs and profiles of the target audience.
Preparing for the federal safety certificate exams
Corporate management
- Service and product range
- Security guard duties and functions
- Service procedure
- Understanding of mandate and ability to welcome and train new employees
- Work safety and personal equipment
Law
Social skills
Industry knowledge
Specific ASS knowledge
Practical ASS tasks
Planning
Corporate management
Examination
SIR is not the organizing body for this examination. For specific requests, please contact the Association of Swiss Security Services Companies.
VSSU
Kirchlindachstrasse 98
Postfach
3052 Zollikofen
Tel. 031 915 10 10
Admission requirements
- A clean police record less than three months old (no exceptions), or one with no more than one offence (other than a misdemeanor or felony).
- 2 years of practical experience (corresponding to a minimum of 3,200 hours of work) in a security and surveillance service after obtaining the CFC or equivalent training.
- For those without a CFC or equivalent training, at least 4 years “practical experience (corresponding to a minimum of 6,400 hours” work) in a security and surveillance service.
- Or have a federal certificate in personal and property protection (APB)
- Are at least 22 years old
- If you have any doubts about your eligibility for the exams, please contact the exam secretariat directly to check the validity of your registration.
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