Training and qualifications in the security industry
Advancement through further training
You have numerous opportunities to develop further in the security industry through qualifications or to specialise. Here you will find a brief overview of recognised further training opportunities and upgrading qualifications.
IHK education and training qualifications
Vocational and further training qualifications of the Chambers of Industry and Commerce are designed on the basis of nationwide uniform framework plans and guarantee a high quality of the respective training.
- Examination of expertise according to § 34a GewO
- Service worker for protection and security | 2‑year training occupation
- Certified Protection and Security Guard | Further Training (part-time)
- Specialist for protection and security | 3‑year training occupation
- Master craftsman for protection and security | Advanced training
Other recognised qualifications
Other institutions, associations and security schools also offer training that is in demand and recognised nationwide:
- Weapons expertise test according to § 7 WaffG
- First aider, company paramedic
- Evacuation helper
- Recognised service dog handler
- Fire protection assistant, fire protection officer
- Safety Officer, Occupational Safety Specialist
- Intervention force (VdS)
- NSL specialist (VdS), Senior NSL specialist (VdS)
You would like to further your education?
Feel free to take Contact or ask at the Forum after a recommendation!
EN 
DE 
AR 
BG 
CS 
FR 
IT 
PL 
RO 
SL 
ES 
RU 
TR 
UK 