| Important Update:
Updated Training Requirements for Security Officers by 31 December 2026 Following recommendations from the Security Tripartite Cluster and MHA's acceptance in 2023, existing Security Officers (SOs) and Senior Security Officers (SSOs) must complete mandatory training modules i.e. Operate Basic Security Equipment (OBSE) and Perform Remote Surveillance Function (PRSF) respectively to remain deployable.
The completion deadline for these modules has been extended from 31 December 2025 to 31 December 2026. This is a one-off extension. Completion remains mandatory for continued deployment from 1 January 2027.
Course Requirements by 31 December 2026: • Existing SOs: TSC Access Control Management - OBSE module • Existing SSOs: TSC Security Surveillance Management - PRSF module
Module Assessment Improvements Since August 2025, module assessments have been simplified with the use of simpler English and removal of certain memory-based questions to focus on practical application.
We encourage early completion of the training modules to avoid scheduling difficulties. |
As a Licensed Security Officer, you will need to comply with the training requirements and job functions of the corresponding grades of Security Officers under the Security Progressive Wage Model (PWM). Please refer to NTUC’s Tripartite Guidelines for details.
The job functions for each PWM grade can be found in the Security Tripartite Cluster (STC)’s Recommendations on the Progress Wage Model for the Security Industry.
You may also refer to the Skills Framework for Security for more information relating to career pathways, occupations, job roles, skills and competencies and training programmes for the security sector.
Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) Modules
| To qualify as | Pre-requisite |
Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) Modules (*denote mandatory) |
| Security Officer (SO) | Complete 4 mandatory WSQ module | Handle Security Incidents and Services* |
| Provide Guard and Patrol Services* |
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| Recognise Terrorist Threats* |
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| Operate Basic Security Equipment* |
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| Senior Security Officer (SSO) |
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Manage Disorderly Conduct and Threatening Behaviour* |
| Perform Remote Surveillance Function* |
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| Security Supervisor (SS) |
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Supervise Security Officers* |
| Assess and Address Security Risks |
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| Induct Security Personnel |
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| Perform Supervisory Duties within Legal Framework |
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| Senior Security Supervisor (SSS) |
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Monitor and Review Security Operations* |
| Conduct Operation Briefing and Debriefing |
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| Lead and Manage a Team of Security Officers |
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| Contribute to the Management of Security Incidents |
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| Deploy Security Equipment |
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| Perform Monitoring and Reporting Duties at Central Command Centre |
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| Supervise Crowd and Traffic Control Activities |
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| Chief Security Officer |
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Manage Security Agency within Legal Framework* |
| Manage Security Operations |
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| Manage and Resolve Conflict in Security Environment |
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| Achieve Work Effectiveness in Security Environment |
Security Screening Requirements
The following WSQ certifications are required before you can perform the following functions:
| Functions |
WSQ Certification |
| Operate X-ray Machines |
Conduct Security Screening using X-Ray Machine |
| Use Walk-Through Metal Detectors & Hand-Held Metal Detectors |
Conduct Security Screening of Person and Bag |
Appeal for Exemptions or Emplacement
Licensed security officers who have prior supervisory experience in the security industry, or were from the uniformed services, may be exempted from certain Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) certifications under the Security Progressive Wage Model (PWM) or emplaced to a higher Security PWM grade.
For more details on the requirements for exemptions and emplacement to higher PWM grade for ex-uniformed services officers, please refer to SPF’s Exemption and Emplacement Framework
To appeal for exemptions or emplacement to a higher PWM grade, please submit the appeal via FormSG by filling up the form “Police Regulatory Department Enquiries” together with the following documents for our consideration:
- A copy of your CV;
- Documentary proof that details job scope and service period in relation to past work experience in the security industry; and
- A copy of your Certificate of Service.
File format: DOC, .DOCX, .JPG , .PDF.
No of Files: 4 MB x 1 file
You may apply for training exemption only if you have obtained a security officer licence and have met the requirements set out in the framework.
Each case will be assessed on its own merits on a case-by-case basis
Training Records
You may check your training records via the Enquiry on Private Security Licence e-service.
If your training records are not updated, please submit an application for 'Update of Training Record and Experience' in GoBusiness for our processing using “Log in for Individual Users” and complete the followings steps:
- Scroll down to “My Licences” and select the “Active” box.
- Under “Action” column for Security Officer Licence, click on “Selection Action”, followed by “Amend”.
Do note that applications without supporting documents will be rejected.
Enquiry on Security Officers Staff Grade
To check on a Security Officer’s staff grade, log in to GoBusiness using your company’s CorpPass and complete the following steps:
- Select “Licensed Entities”
- Select “Singapore Police Force” > Enquiry on Security Officer and Private Investigator Licences (System will display the officer’s particulars)