Operate Basic Security Equipment (OBSE)

Subsidies Available*
Course Information

Course Title

Operate Basic Security Equipment (OBSE)

Available Subsidies
  • SkillsFuture Credit
  • PSEA
  • NTUC UTAP
Course Description

Through this course, learners will be able to attain the knowledge and skills on how to apply appropriate procedures to operate basic security, access control, alarm monitoring, and closed-circuit television (CCTV) monitoring equipment at the workplace.

Why You Should Apply Security Officers, Senior Security Officers
Course Duration 1 day + 1 day (Assessment)
Application Deadline 1 day before the class starts
What Jobs Will It Pave The Way To? Senior Security Officer
Learning Outcomes
What You'll Learn

The Course Consists of 3 Learning Units:

  • LU 1: Operate access control equipment
  • LU 2: Operate alarm monitoring equipment
  • LU 3: Operate CCTV monitoring equipment
Entry Requirements
Requirements

Pre-requisites:

  1. Read, write, and speak English at WPL Level 4
  2. Manipulate numbers at WPN Level 4
  3. Act in a professional manner
  4. Observe confidentiality
  5. Be vigilant at all times
  6. Physical and medical requirements
    • Certified by a medical doctor to be physically fit for work
    • Must not be colour-blind or hearing impaired
  7. Basic skills in operating a computer.
  8. Smartphone with an internet connection and QR code scanner function (this will be used during the POLWEL assessment).

(Individuals who do not meet the entry requirements will be subjected to an interview before acceptance into the course.)

Course Fees
Full Course Fees (incl. GST)
  • $414.20
Singapore Citizens (incl. GST)
  • 40 years old & above: $148.20 (70% Funding)
  • 39 years old & below: $224.20 (50% Funding)
Reassessment Fee (incl. GST)
  • $142.79
 
  • Singaporeans aged 25 years old and above may use SkillsFuture Credit to offset the fees. Click here to learn more.
  • GST rate has been revised to 9% with effect from 1 Jan 2024.
  • Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP): NTUC members enjoy 50% unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year (or up to $500 for NTUC members aged 40 years old and above). Click here to learn more.
Course Schedule

December 2025

January 2026

February 2026