SMA Professional Security Qualification
Technology in Security
Surveillance, Access Control & Security Technology
- 8 Hours
- Online, self-paced
- 1 Month LMS Access
Program overview
Course Introduction
Technology in Security is a professional training course designed to develop practical knowledge of security technology and its role in modern security operations.
The course focuses on security technology management, CCTV and video surveillance, electronic access control, intrusion detection systems, fire protection systems, special hazards, and identity documentation and verification.
The course also helps security professionals understand how technology should be selected and used as part of a risk-based security program, while maintaining professional standards and ethical use of security systems.
It provides an understanding of how security personnel interact with technology and how properly planned security systems can support the protection of people, property, and organizational operations.
What You Will Learn
- Fundamentals of security technology and its role in security operations
- Relationship between security, risk management, and organizational objectives
- Security technology as a risk treatment measure
- Security-in-depth and layered security measures
- CCTV and video surveillance systems
- Basic camera types and their applications
- IP and network-based video surveillance
- Electronic access control systems
- Access cards, PINs, biometrics, and identity verification
- Basic components and operation of access control systems
- Intrusion detection systems and alarm technology
- Duress and emergency alarm systems
- Ethical responsibilities when using security technology
- Technology deployment, maintenance, and personnel training
- Fundamentals of fire protection systems
- Fire detection, alarm, and suppression systems
- Fire protection and special hazards
- Hazardous materials and CBRNE awareness
- Security personnel responsibilities during fire emergencies
- Fire alarm response and emergency coordination
- Fire investigation and documentation
- Identity documentation and verification
- Recognizing common identity verification challenges
- Professional use of identification information in access control
- Applying security technology according to organizational requirements
Course Curriculum
- 01Module 1 – Security Technology: A Management Perspective
- 02Module 2 – Fire Protection Systems and Special Hazards
- 03Module 3 – Identity Documentation and Verification
Course Format
Online, self-paced learning through the Secure Move Academy learning platform.
The course does not include live or recorded classes.
Course Materials
Course materials are provided chapter by chapter through the Secure Move Academy learning platform to support structured and progressive learning.
Assessment
The Technology in Security qualification includes one final paper.
A minimum score of 65% is required to pass the final paper.
Learners who do not achieve the required passing score may retake the final paper after 2 days until the required passing score is achieved.
Earn Your Technology in Security Credential
Upon successful completion of the course and required assessment, learners earn a Secure Move Academy Technology in Security credential.
The credential is available in a shareable and downloadable format.
Who Should Take This Course?
- Security officers and security supervisors
- Security managers and protection professionals
- Corporate security professionals
- Physical security professionals
- Security technology and access control personnel
- CCTV and surveillance personnel
- Security personnel responsible for alarm systems
- Facility and building security personnel
- Emergency and fire safety support personnel
- Military and law enforcement personnel transitioning into security
- Security professionals seeking to strengthen their technology knowledge
- Individuals preparing to enter the professional security field
Requirements
No prior qualification or specific experience is required to enroll in this course.
What's Included?
- Chapter-wise Technology in Security course materials
- 1 month of LMS access
- One final paper
- Retake opportunity after 2 days if required
- Shareable and downloadable Technology in Security credential upon successful completion
Course Details
- Course
- Technology in Security
- Duration
- 8 Hours
- Format
- Online, self-paced
- LMS Access
- 1 Month
- Assessment
- One Final Paper
- Passing Score
- 65%
- Course Fee
- $10 USD
- Eligibility
- No prior qualification required
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Build practical knowledge of security technology, surveillance, access control, fire protection systems, alarm systems, identity verification, and the effective use of technology within modern security operations.
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