Women in Security
Opportunities for women within the security industry have never been so good in the past as it is nowadays. Whether you want
to pursue a professional career within the security industry and are looking to receive additional training than the training that
you received in your countries local course, or further your skills and safety for the benefit of your daily life, security training with
Haganah Security International has a great deal more to offer.
There is an great increasing demand for well trained professional women within the security industry, but many women
dismiss such a career because they think they have to be physically big and strong, when in reality many excellent security
personnel are simply big in personality and character as well as strong in assertiveness.
In many businesses, a woman is often the very first person encountered when entering the building, whether in universal roles
such as:
or roles more identifiable to the security industry itself, such as:
…all the careers listed above are here daily to meet and greet the public. It would only be logical to equip them with the skills
to deal swiftly with any problem/conflicts or disagreements. It also makes sense to consider our courses in Physical
Intervention and First Aid (see below). In addition, some women may wish to consider the benefits of assertiveness training.
Is security career for me?
There are many positive reasons why working in security suits women:
Am I suitable for security work?
Increasing numbers of employers are looking for a calming female presence. As a woman, you possess the qualities many
employers are looking for:
Professionals at Haganah Security International have designed courses to specifically deal the needs of women. In many
cases these courses are taught by our women trainers, however the male influence within the workplace is strong and
therefore interacting with male trainers and male participants is also a valuable experience. For further information, please
look at the following:
Safety and security for women is a big issue and many female students feel that learning the skills to combat sexual
harassment and physical/verbal assault among many other important lifestyle issues such as drug awareness, increases
their confidence and self esteem throughout their daily lives.
Women have natural skills when it comes to diffusing situations, and some working environments and circumstances benefit
from the female presence. For example, when it comes to the provision of first aid in any environment, the general public and
employees would like the opportunity to choose between male or female security staff wherever possible. The security industry
is recruiting women into positions such as Nightclub and Hotel Supervisors and Security Guards/Bodyguards across all
sectors.
It is now a legal requirement for anyone working as a nightclub security/security guards supervisor to hold an appropriate
license issued by the Security Industry Authority. It will also be illegal to operate as a Security Guard without a license.
There is a countrywide shortage of fully trained professionals - female professionals in particular are a highly sought-after
resource. The security industry is seeking to invest in women as a key part of driving the continued improvement in delivering a
professional, qualified and valued product.
For more information contact Haganah Security International education (at) haganahsecurity.com
Also visit our women's membership section >women member section
Opportunities for women within the security industry have never been so good in the past as it is nowadays. Whether you want
to pursue a professional career within the security industry and are looking to receive additional training than the training that
you received in your countries local course, or further your skills and safety for the benefit of your daily life, security training with
Haganah Security International has a great deal more to offer.
There is an great increasing demand for well trained professional women within the security industry, but many women
dismiss such a career because they think they have to be physically big and strong, when in reality many excellent security
personnel are simply big in personality and character as well as strong in assertiveness.
In many businesses, a woman is often the very first person encountered when entering the building, whether in universal roles
such as:
- receptionists
- bar-staff
- office person
- nurses
- shop assistants
or roles more identifiable to the security industry itself, such as:
- Military Forces
- Police
- Security guarding
- Nightclub security
- Customs officials
- Immigration personnel
- Private Investigators
- Bodyguards
…all the careers listed above are here daily to meet and greet the public. It would only be logical to equip them with the skills
to deal swiftly with any problem/conflicts or disagreements. It also makes sense to consider our courses in Physical
Intervention and First Aid (see below). In addition, some women may wish to consider the benefits of assertiveness training.
Is security career for me?
There are many positive reasons why working in security suits women:
- In some cases hours of work are flexible, which allows you to fit work around other family commitments
- There is a definite career future
- Quality qualifications can be gained quickly
- The development of life skills
- The ability to take care of your own, and your family's personal safety
Am I suitable for security work?
Increasing numbers of employers are looking for a calming female presence. As a woman, you possess the qualities many
employers are looking for:
- a polite manner
- a willingness to listen
- a confident, clear voice
- common sense
- a sense of responsibility
- a smart appearance
Professionals at Haganah Security International have designed courses to specifically deal the needs of women. In many
cases these courses are taught by our women trainers, however the male influence within the workplace is strong and
therefore interacting with male trainers and male participants is also a valuable experience. For further information, please
look at the following:
- Nightclub security training and employment
- Security Guarding training
- Physical Intervention / Control & Restraint training
- First Aid
- Drugs Awareness
- Conflict Management
- Report writing
- Bomb threat awareness
Safety and security for women is a big issue and many female students feel that learning the skills to combat sexual
harassment and physical/verbal assault among many other important lifestyle issues such as drug awareness, increases
their confidence and self esteem throughout their daily lives.
Women have natural skills when it comes to diffusing situations, and some working environments and circumstances benefit
from the female presence. For example, when it comes to the provision of first aid in any environment, the general public and
employees would like the opportunity to choose between male or female security staff wherever possible. The security industry
is recruiting women into positions such as Nightclub and Hotel Supervisors and Security Guards/Bodyguards across all
sectors.
It is now a legal requirement for anyone working as a nightclub security/security guards supervisor to hold an appropriate
license issued by the Security Industry Authority. It will also be illegal to operate as a Security Guard without a license.
There is a countrywide shortage of fully trained professionals - female professionals in particular are a highly sought-after
resource. The security industry is seeking to invest in women as a key part of driving the continued improvement in delivering a
professional, qualified and valued product.
For more information contact Haganah Security International education (at) haganahsecurity.com
Also visit our women's membership section >women member section
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