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Asset Protection Officer

The Asset Protection Officer (NQF Level 3) is a QCTO-accredited course focused on preventing loss, managing risks, and protecting physical and intellectual property within a business. It trains learners to use advanced surveillance and reporting techniques to safeguard high-value assets and minimize organizational shrinkage.

Asset Protection Officer

About This Programme

Designed to meet the rising demand for qualified personnel in the security sector, this qualification provides formal recognition and essential skills for entry-level access control practitioners. It equips learners with core competencies in legal standards, regulatory frameworks, procedural access control, and visible security operations to maintain safe and secure environments across both public and private sectors.

Learning Outcomes

Qualified learners will be able to:
  • Asset Safeguarding: Identifying, controlling, and protecting physical assets, property, and individuals within a designated scope of work.
  • Risk Identification: Recognizing potential threats, vulnerabilities, and hazards that could lead to loss, theft, or damage.
  • Incident Documentation: Accurately recording and reporting security-related incidents to ensure a proper legal and administrative paper trail.
Qualification Structure:
The qualification consists of:
  • Knowledge Modules
  • Practical Skill Modules
  • Work Experience Modules
  • Total: 139 Credits.
  • SAQA ID: 124956

Entry Requirements

  • Minimum of NQF Level 2 (Grade 10 equivalent).
  • Proficiency in the language of instruction (English) at NQF Level 2
R 15,600.00
Full Programme Fee
  • Duration 12 Months
  • NQF Level Level 3
  • Level Beginner
  • Mode Full time
  • Credits 139
  • Category QCTO Security Qualification
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