Security Training Location – Sunshine Coast
Train at our Sunshine Coast campus in Warana and work towards your Queensland security licence without leaving the Coast. Located between Caloundra and Maroochydore, this training centre is easy to reach from coastal suburbs and nearby hinterland towns.
Courses Delivered at the Sunshine Coast Campus
At our Sunshine Coast campus you complete the same nationally recognised qualifications we deliver at our other Queensland locations. This includes training for people starting in security as well as refresher and supporting short courses.
Courses commonly delivered on the Sunshine Coast include:
CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations
Entry-level training for those who want to work as security officers or crowd controllers in Queensland.
Crowd Control Refresher Skill Set
For current QLD licence holders who need to complete their three-year renewal.
First Aid and CPR
Essential skills to support your work in security and meet industry and workplace requirements.
About the Sunshine Coast Area
The Sunshine Coast is known for its beaches, relaxed lifestyle and growing population.
From Caloundra in the south to Noosa in the north, the region includes busy shopping centres, entertainment precincts, tourism operators and events that all rely on professional security staff.
Our campus in Warana sits just off Nicklin Way, close to Kawana Shoppingworld, surf beaches and industrial estates.Students often travel from Caloundra, Kawana, Buddina, Birtinya, Mooloolaba, Maroochydore, Mountain Creek and nearby hinterland areas such as Sippy Downs and Buderim.
Security Work in and Around the Sunshine Coast
Security officers on the Sunshine Coast support a mix of roles across the region. These can include crowd control at licenced venues in Mooloolaba and Maroochydore, work at shopping centres like Kawana Shoppingworld and Sunshine Plaza, hotel and resort security, construction site security, and event work during local festivals and peak holiday periods.
Training at the Sunshine Coast campus helps you understand how security operates in a coastal, tourism-driven area where visitor numbers can change with the seasons.
While we cannot guarantee employment, studying locally gives you a better feel for the types of environments you may later work in once you hold your licence.
Inside Our Sunshine Coast Training Campus
Getting to the Sunshine Coast Campus
The Sunshine Coast campus is located in Warana, just off Nicklin Way.
This central position makes it convenient whether you are driving from Caloundra, Kawana, Mooloolaba, Maroochydore or nearby suburbs.
Most students drive and take advantage of parking near the campus or in nearby streets.
Bus routes also run along Nicklin Way, making it possible to travel in from other parts of the Coast by public transport.
Study Options at the Sunshine Coast Campus
The Sunshine Coast campus offers study options designed to suit people who work in tourism, hospitality, construction, health and other local industries.Depending on the intake, training may run as weekday blocks, weekend options or blended delivery with some online theory and on-campus practical days.
Because students travel from across the Coast and surrounding hinterland, training days are grouped to help you minimise travel and balance study with work and family commitments.
If you are considering travelling from further north or south, our team can help you compare dates and formats to find the best fit.
Funding and Local Pathways Around the Sunshine Coast
As a Queensland student training on the Sunshine Coast, you may be able to access funded or subsidised places if you meet the eligibility criteria at enrolment. Our team can explain available QLD funding programs, any campus-specific options and payment plans so you can choose an approach that suits your budget.
Many Sunshine Coast students already work in hospitality, tourism, retail, construction or community services and are looking to move into security roles around the region. While we do not promise jobs, completing your training at the Warana campus can help you develop skills suited to local venues, events and workplaces once you are licenced.
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FAQs – Sunshine Coast Campus
How often do security courses run at the Sunshine Coast campus?
The Sunshine Coast campus usually has regular intakes throughout the year, with dates planned to suit local demand and seasonal work patterns. Check the Sunshine Coast section of our QLD dates page for the latest schedule.
Which suburbs does the Sunshine Coast campus mainly serve?
Students commonly come from Caloundra, Kawana, Warana, Buddina, Birtinya, Mooloolaba, Maroochydore, Mountain Creek, Sippy Downs and nearby hinterland suburbs. Its position along Nicklin Way also makes it practical for those travelling from further south or north along the Coast.
Ready to Train on the Sunshine Coast?
If you live or work anywhere on the Sunshine Coast, our Warana campus gives you a convenient way to complete your security training close to home.
Choose a date that suits your schedule, complete your nationally recognised training and take the next step towards your Queensland security licence without leaving the Coast.
More Five Star Training for Sunshine Coast Students
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