Level 5 Professional Certification
A Level 5 certification, endorsed by the Skills and Education Group, for professionals managing security across diverse organisational settings. Available in-person or through supported distance learning.
About the course
The Certified Security Risk Manager (CSRM®) course is an advanced programme for professionals who manage organisation-wide security risks. Taught by experienced practitioners, it develops the skills needed to assess threats, design proportionate security measures, and support informed decision making across a range of sectors.
Gain a nationally recognised Level 5 certification, endorsed by the Skills and Education Group through the Quality Licence Scheme. The course is developed and delivered by senior security and risk professionals with backgrounds in policing, military and corporate environments, ensuring the learning is practical, credible and grounded in real-world application.
Build confidence in advanced strategic tools, including complex threat analysis, high-level vulnerability assessment and the integration of security risk intelligence into organisational decision making — enabling you to influence strategy and strengthen resilience at a senior level.
Curriculum
Through a blend of structured teaching, case studies, and workplace application, learners cover eleven modules. All course content is aligned with national protective security guidance and relevant standards.
Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Module 4
Module 5
Module 6
Module 7
Module 8
Module 9
Module 10
Module 11
Delivery & assessment
In-person delivery
The in-person programme is delivered over five consecutive days by experienced security and resilience practitioners. It combines structured teaching, case studies and practical exercises, with scheduled open courses and in-house delivery available for organisations.
This format suits professionals who prefer immersive, face-to-face learning and the opportunity to work directly with peers and faculty.
Distance delivery
The distance learning route is delivered entirely online, offering the flexibility to study around professional commitments. It is typically completed over 3 to 6 months, with up to 12 months available if required.
Throughout the programme you will receive guidance from a dedicated tutor to help embed learning in practice, while maintaining the same high standard of study and assessment throughout.
How it's assessed
Learners are required to complete two written assignments of up to 3,000 words each, designed to demonstrate depth of understanding and practical application across the full security risk management process.
Ongoing assessment feedback and support is provided throughout the course.
Audience
Security managers, risk advisers, and practitioners seeking formal recognition of their expertise.
Personnel managing security across commercial organisations and multinational enterprises.
Security leads in government, education, healthcare, and critical national infrastructure.
Professionals looking to advance into senior security management and strategic advisory roles.
Faculty
Every module is delivered by practitioners drawn from policing, military and corporate security backgrounds — people who have led the work they teach.
Luke is a former Police Officer with over twenty years of experience in the security and resilience sector. He is a seasoned consultant and trainer specialising in operational resilience, crisis management, and security risk management, with a background across both corporate and high-risk environments.
Bryn is a seasoned consultant with specialist expertise in security risk management, investigations, and crisis management. With a diverse background spanning executive protection, complex consultancy, and professional training delivery, he brings a wealth of real-world experience to every course.
A highly experienced senior policing leader with over 30 years of service, Jonathan brings exceptional depth of expertise in leading complex, high-risk operations at both strategic and tactical levels. His career has been defined by operating in demanding environments where effective leadership, clear decision-making and resilience under pressure are essential.
With over 30 years of experience in law enforcement, Roger is an experienced police officer specialising in hostage negotiation and crisis management. He has honed his expertise as both a Hostage Negotiator and a Hostage Negotiator Trainer, managing high-stress situations to enhance operational outcomes.
Recognition & certification
Successful completion leads to the endorsed Level 5 Certificate in Security and Resilience, issued by the Skills and Education Group through the Quality Licence Scheme, alongside the Certified Security Risk Manager (CSRM®) certificate from Oakwood.
This course is eligible for ELCAS funding, making it accessible to serving and former members of the UK Armed Forces — a nationally recognised pathway into security risk management roles across corporate, public sector and critical national infrastructure environments.
Next step
Choose in-person or distance learning. Speak to our team about upcoming cohorts, enrolment and ELCAS funding.