Counter-Terrorism Awareness Course (UK) 2026

This course is for security officers and front-line staff in the UK. It covers the threat levels, hostile reconnaissance, suspicious items, bomb threats, Run Hide Tell and Martyn's Law, based on official public guidance. It is awareness only. Contracted security work usually needs an SIA licence, and the SIA requires a licence-linked qualification before you apply; this course is not one of them.

Formation
Royaume-Uni
25 questions
Vérifié le 13 octobre 2026

En bref

Ce cours gratuit comprend environ 35 minutes de leçons et un test de 25 questions. Obtenez 80 % ou plus pour télécharger une attestation de réussite (privée, non accréditée). Vérifié à partir des sources officielles le 13 octobre 2026.

Commencez par les leçonsCounter-Terrorism Awareness Course (UK): Lessons : environ 35 minutes de lecture. Chaque question du test est traitée dans les leçons.

Ce que vous allez apprendre

Explain the five UK threat levels and who sets them
Recognise signs of hostile reconnaissance and report them to the right place
Use the HOT questions and the 4 Cs for a suspicious item
Respond to a bomb threat by phone or email
Apply Run, Hide, Tell in a weapons attack
Describe what Martyn's Law will require of premises and staff

Obtenez 80 % ou plus pour télécharger votre certificat.

À savoir avant l’examen

The UK has five threat levels, from LOW to CRITICAL. SUBSTANTIAL means an attack is likely.
The national threat level is set by the Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre (JTAC). MI5 sets the level for Northern Ireland-related terrorism in Northern Ireland.
Clear at least 100 metres around a suspicious small item such as a rucksack, 200 metres for a car and 400 metres for a van or lorry.
Do not use radios or mobile phones within 15 metres of a suspicious item.
Suspicious activity can be reported to the Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789 321. Call 999 if you need police straight away.
Martyn's Law received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025. The SIA will regulate it, after an implementation period of at least 24 months.

Questions fréquentes

What should I do if I find an unattended bag?

Do not touch it. Use the HOT questions to decide if it is suspicious. If it is, follow the 4 Cs: Confirm, Clear the area, Communicate by calling 999, and Control access until police say it is safe.

Does Martyn's Law make this training compulsory?

No. The Home Office says the Act has no legal requirement for specific training. Staff with a role must still be told about their site's procedures and their part in them. This course is background knowledge only. It does not replace your employer's instructions or the licence-linked qualification the SIA requires for a security licence.

Is Run, Hide, Tell still the advice for the public?

Yes. Counter Terrorism Policing advises Run, Hide, Tell for weapons and firearms attacks. ProtectUK also publishes Guide, Shelter, Report as response principles for businesses and their staff.

Where can I see the current threat level?

On the MI5 website. The level changes from time to time, and MI5 says the public should stay alert whatever the level is.

L’attestation est-elle accréditée ou reconnue officiellement ?

Non. C’est une attestation de réussite privée, uniquement pour vos connaissances. Elle n’est reconnue, accréditée ni approuvée par aucun gouvernement, organisme de délivrance des permis, autorité de réglementation ou établissement d’enseignement, et elle ne remplace aucun permis, aucune certification ni aucune formation exigés par la loi.