Overview
Essential qualification for those working or seeking work in the Cash and Valuables in Transit (CViT) sector of the private security industry. The qualification is a pre-requisite under the terms of the Private Security Industry Act (2001) for individuals wishing to apply to the Security Industry Authority for a licence to work as a Cash and Valuables in Transit (CViT) Operative.
Key Benefits
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Provides full coverage of the competences specified by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) for CViT Operatives
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Meets the SIA requirements for a licenced-linked qualification
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Aimed at new entrants to the private security sector without a previous award or qualification conferring full or partial exemption
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A pre-requisite for the CViT licence, required by anyone undertaking cash and valuables in transit activities
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Online testing available.
| Qualification Title | Ofqual Code | Credit Value | Guided Learning Hours | Total Qualification Time |
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| LASER Level 2 Award for Cash and Valuables in Transit (CViT) Operatives in the Private Security Industry | 603/5514/1 | 3 | 27 | 30 |
The minimum age for access to the qualification is 18 years.
It is an SIA requirement that learners must be able to communicate effectively in English (speaking, listening, reading and writing).
Two externally set and externally marked multiple choice exams marked by LASER.
Each exam:
- is administered by centre staff under examination conditions
- has a 70% pass mark
- assesses one unit
- lasts 60 minutes.
