About the qualification
Qualification Number: 610/3303/0
SFJ Awards Level 4 Award in Covert Surveillance Operations (Basic)
Operational Start Date: 1 December 2023
Total Qualification Time: 61 hours
Guided Learning: 49 hours
Objective:
The SFJ Awards Level 4 Award in Covert Surveillance Operations (Basic) is part of a suite of qualifications designed to develop and provide formal recognition of learners’ knowledge, understanding and competence of surveillance techniques.
Surveillance is the monitoring of the behaviour, activities, or other changing information – usually of people – for the purpose of intelligence gathering as part of an investigation into unlawful or illegal activity, or for enforcement activities.
These qualifications are suitable for those seeking a recognised credential, whether they are new to investigative or enforcement fields, or are experienced professionals aiming to continue their professional development.
The skills developed in these qualifications are relevant across both public and private sectors, including but not limited to government intelligence agencies, regulatory bodies, and individuals with a military background transitioning to civilian investigative roles.
What are the pre-entry requirements for the Level 4 Award in Covert Surveillance Operations (Basic)?
To undertake this qualification, learners must be able to work at Level 3 or above and also have sufficient capabilities in the English language at this level. They will need to have a reasonable level of fitness in order to undertake practical surveillance activities.
If English is not the learner’s first language, they should hold a suitable internationally recognised qualification e.g., International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (or equivalent). It is preferable but not mandatory that learners are able to drive and hold a valid driving licence, but if not, they must have the physical and medical means to be able to learn to drive in future.
Please see the handbook below for further information.
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