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How To Open A Security Training Academy
Need help opening a security training academy in South Africa? We assist with CIPC registration, PSIRA business registration, and training academy accreditation — end-to-end.
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Requirements to Open a Security Training Academy
What you need to start your security training academy in South Africa.
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Registered Security Company
You must have a company registered with both CIPC and PSIRA before applying for training academy accreditation. In other words, your business must already be an active security company.
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Application Forms
Complete the PSIRA training academy accreditation application forms. Furthermore, we provide all required forms and assist with completing them accurately on your behalf.
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Fire Department Compliance
You need to submit a compliance letter from your local fire department for your training premises. As a result, your facility must meet all fire safety standards before PSIRA grants accreditation.
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Training Academy Policies
Your academy requires both enrollment and appeal policies for accreditation. However, you don’t need to worry — we draft these required policies for you as part of our service, included in all packages.
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PSIRA Accreditation Fees
In addition to our facilitation fee, you must pay PSIRA’s prescribed accreditation fees: R8,500 for the business application, plus R12,750 for Grade E–C training or R6,950 for Grade A–B training.
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Training Materials
Prepare appropriate training curriculum and materials aligned with PSIRA standards. Above all, your training content must correspond to the specific security grades you wish to offer at your academy.
Security Training Academy Registration Fees
Choose the package that suits your current registration status.
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Option 1: Starting From Scratch
R7,990
CIPC + PSIRA + Accreditation
Ideal if you need complete assistance with registering your security company with CIPC, PSIRA, and training academy accreditation.
✅ CIPC Company Registration
✅ PSIRA Business Registration
✅ Training Academy Accreditation
✅ Policies Drafted For You
✅ Full Application Assistance
Option 2: Already Have CIPC
R7,290
PSIRA + Accreditation
Already registered with CIPC? We assist with PSIRA security business registration and training academy accreditation.
✅ PSIRA Business Registration
✅ Training Academy Accreditation
✅ Policies Drafted For You
✅ Full Application Assistance
✅ Document Guidance & Review
Option 3: Already CIPC & PSIRA
R4,490
Accreditation Only
Already registered with CIPC and PSIRA? We assist with training academy accreditation only.
✅ Training Academy Accreditation
✅ Policies Drafted For You
✅ Full Application Assistance
✅ Document Guidance & Review
✅ Ongoing Support Until Approved
⚠️ Important: Additional PSIRA Fees
Our package prices are for facilitation to register with CIPC/PSIRA on your behalf. There will also be separate non-refundable fees charged by PSIRA directly:
💰 PSIRA Business Application Fee: R8,500
💰 Training Centre Accreditation (Grade E–C): R12,750
💰 Training Centre Accreditation (Grade A–B): R6,950
Security Training Academy Registration Process
Step-by-step guide to opening your security training academy in South Africa.
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CIPC Registration
Firstly, we register your company with CIPC (Companies and Intellectual Property Commission). This is a prerequisite before you can register a security business with PSIRA.
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PSIRA Business Registration
Next, once CIPC registration is complete and director grading is done, we submit your security business registration with PSIRA. Therefore, you must first register a security company before applying for accreditation.
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Training Academy Accreditation
Finally, we assist you in applying for training academy accreditation — completing forms, drafting policies, and submitting all documentation to PSIRA for approval.
What’s Included In Our Service
Complete academy registration assistance — everything you need.
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CIPC Company Registration
Full company registration with CIPC (included in Option 1 — from scratch package). Essentially, your company is the foundation for both PSIRA and accreditation.
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PSIRA Business Registration
We handle complete security business registration with PSIRA, including director grading and all required submissions on your behalf.
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Application Forms
Furthermore, all PSIRA training academy accreditation application forms are completed and prepared for submission by our team.
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Enrollment Policy Drafting
In addition, we draft a professional enrollment policy for your training academy, as required by PSIRA for accreditation approval.
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Appeal Policy Drafting
Similarly, the required appeal policy is drafted by our team. Both enrollment and appeal policies are mandatory for PSIRA accreditation.
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Full Accreditation Submission
Once everything is ready, we handle the complete accreditation application submission to PSIRA with all required documentation, forms, and policies.
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Document Guidance & Review
Moreover, you receive expert guidance and review of all your documents to ensure they meet PSIRA standards before submission.
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Ongoing Support Until Approved
Most importantly, you receive continuous support throughout the entire process — responding to PSIRA queries, updating documents, and following up until your accreditation is approved.
Which Security Grades Can You Train?
PSIRA offers accreditation for different security officer grades.
Grade E–C Training
R12,750
PSIRA Accreditation Fee
Covers Grade E, D, and C security officers — the entry-level to intermediate security grades. Consequently, Grade E–C training is the most common accreditation for new academies.
Grade A–B Training
R6,950
PSIRA Accreditation Fee
Covers Grade A and B security officers — the senior and advanced levels. As a result, these grades require specialised training, and your academy must meet higher PSIRA standards.
Ready to open your security training academy? Let’s get started.
Why Open a Security Training Academy in South Africa?
South Africa’s private security industry is the largest in the world, employing over 2.7 million registered security officers. As a result, the demand for accredited training institutions continues to grow year after year. Opening a security training academy is therefore a viable and profitable business opportunity.
Moreover, PSIRA (Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority) requires all security officers to complete accredited training before they can be registered. Consequently, every security company in South Africa needs access to PSIRA-accredited training providers — and there are currently not enough academies to meet the demand.
At Bekin Consulting, we help entrepreneurs navigate the process of opening a security training academy — from CIPC company registration to PSIRA security business registration and full training academy accreditation. Furthermore, we draft all required policies and handle the complete application submission.
What You Need to Start a Security Training Academy
Before you can open a security training academy, you need a registered security company with both CIPC and PSIRA. In fact, this is not optional — PSIRA will not grant accreditation to individuals or unregistered businesses. Therefore, you must first be an active security company before you can apply to train security officers.
In addition to company registration, you’ll need suitable training premises that comply with fire safety regulations (evidenced by a fire department compliance letter), appropriate training materials and curriculum, and the required enrollment and appeal policies. However, we draft these policies for you as part of our service.
Furthermore, you should budget for PSIRA’s separate fees: R8,500 for the business application, plus R12,750 for Grade E–C accreditation or R6,950 for Grade A–B accreditation. These are paid directly to PSIRA and are non-refundable.
How Much Does It Cost to Open a Security Training Academy?
Our facilitation fees range from R4,490 to R7,990 depending on your current registration status. Specifically, Option 1 (from scratch) costs R7,990 and includes CIPC registration, PSIRA business registration, and accreditation. Meanwhile, Option 2 (already have CIPC) costs R7,290 for PSIRA and accreditation, while Option 3 (accreditation only) costs R4,490.
However, you must also budget for PSIRA’s own fees which are separate from our facilitation fees. For instance, PSIRA charges R8,500 for the business application fee, while the accreditation fee is R12,750 for Grade E–C training or R6,950 for Grade A–B training. Consequently, the total investment depends on which grades you wish to offer.
For example, if you’re starting from scratch and want Grade E–C accreditation, the total cost would be approximately R7,990 + R8,500 + R12,750 = R29,240. On the other hand, if you already have CIPC and PSIRA and only need accreditation for Grade A–B, the total would be approximately R4,490 + R6,950 = R11,440.
The Registration Process Explained
The process to open a security training academy in South Africa involves three main stages. To begin with, Step 1 is registering your company with CIPC — this typically takes 1–3 business days and gives you a company registration number required by PSIRA.
Subsequently, Step 2 is registering your security business with PSIRA, which includes director grading and the business registration application. The PSIRA business application fee of R8,500 is payable at this stage, and processing typically takes 7–14 business days.
Lastly, Step 3 is the training academy accreditation itself. Once your security business is registered, we submit the accreditation application with all forms, your fire department compliance letter, and the enrollment and appeal policies we’ve drafted. As a result, PSIRA then reviews and processes the application, and the complete process from start to finish typically takes 20–30 business days.
Get Professional Help Opening Your Academy
Navigating the CIPC, PSIRA, and accreditation process on your own can be complex and time-consuming. Indeed, many applicants face delays due to incomplete forms, incorrect documentation, or misunderstanding PSIRA’s requirements. In contrast, we have assisted hundreds of clients through this process successfully.
At Bekin Consulting, we provide end-to-end assistance — from company registration to receiving your PSIRA accreditation certificate. Specifically, we draft all policies, complete all forms, submit all documentation, and follow up with PSIRA until your academy is approved. Contact us today to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
Security Training Academy Basics
What are the requirements to open a security training academy?
You must have a registered security company with CIPC and PSIRA. After that, you can apply for training academy accreditation by completing the application forms, submitting a fire department compliance letter, and paying the PSIRA accreditation fees.
Can I apply for accreditation without a registered company?
No, you must first register a security company with CIPC and PSIRA before you can apply for training academy accreditation. We can assist with the entire process from CIPC to accreditation.
What are the PSIRA accreditation fees?
PSIRA charges R8,500 for business application, R12,750 for accreditation to provide Grade E–C training, and R6,950 for accreditation to provide Grade A–B training. These fees are paid directly to PSIRA and are separate from our facilitation fees.
How much does it cost to register a security training academy?
Our facilitation fee starts from R4,490 for accreditation only, while Option 2 (already have CIPC) costs R7,290, and Option 1 (from scratch) costs R7,990. Additionally, PSIRA charges an R8,500 business application fee and accreditation fees: R12,750 for Grade E–C or R6,950 for Grade A–B.
More Questions About Security Training Academies
Do you draft the required policies?
Yes, we draft the training academy enrollment and appeal policies required for your accreditation application. Moreover, this is included in all our packages at no extra cost.
How long does the process take?
The complete process from CIPC registration to training academy accreditation typically takes 20–30 business days, depending on PSIRA processing times and document submission. However, if you already have CIPC and/or PSIRA, the process is significantly faster.
What if I already have a CIPC registered company?
If you already have a CIPC registered company, choose Option 2 (R7,290) which includes PSIRA registration and accreditation. If you also have PSIRA registration, choose Option 3 (R4,490) for accreditation only.
What security grades can I train at my academy?
You can apply for accreditation to train Grade E, D, C, B, and A security officers. Specifically, Grade E–C accreditation costs R12,750 and Grade A–B accreditation costs R6,950 from PSIRA. Furthermore, each grade has different training requirements and duration.
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Company Registration — CIPC registration (from R890)
Security Business Registration — PSIRA business registration (from R2,490)
B-BBEE Affidavit — EME/QSE certificate (from R350)
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CIPC registration, PSIRA business registration, and full training academy accreditation.
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