How to become a security systems installer
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- applying directly
- specialist courses
College
To become a security systems installer, you could take a college course like:
- Level 3 Diploma in Providing Electronic Fire and Security Systems
- Level 3 Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- T Level in Building Services Engineering for Construction
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a level 3 course
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths for a T level
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Apprenticeship
You could complete a Fire Emergency and Security Systems Technician Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship.
You could also do a Smart Home Technician Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship. This apprenticeship teaches you how to install and set up 'smart' security systems in homes.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
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Direct Application
You can apply directly to employers if you've got experience in electrical or electronics work.
Employers might expect you to have GCSEs or similar qualifications in English, maths, science and a technical subject.
Other Routes
You could study to become a security systems installer with a private training organisation.
The National Security Inspectorate and British Security Industry Association list private training providers.
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Further information
You can find out more about working in the security industry from the British Security Industry Association.