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What subjects do you teach?
The majority of our training courses deal with the selection, installation, operation and management of CCTV (including Control Rooms), Network IP, Access Control, Intruder Alarm, Fire Alarm and all other types of electronic security systems. We also teach many associated subjects including security legislation, sales, system planning and project management.
What type of students do you train?
We teach a very wide selection of individuals including company executives, security managers, systems operators, installation engineers, sales and project managers, control room operatives, police officers, military personnel, security consultants and more. In fact, we teach anybody with a legitimate interest in security systems! What kind of organisations do you work with?
Tavcom’s many clients include Central Governments, Local Governments, Police and Armed Forces, Prison Services and all forms of commercial and industrial organisations from sole traders to multinational corporations. How long are the courses?
Our scheduled courses are between one and five days in length. How much do they cost?
Scheduled course fees vary according to duration, level and your choice of certification (Tavcom Certificate or BTEC Award). They range from a minimum of £150 + VAT to a maximum of £1385 + VAT. What is included in the price?
Professional tuition and assessment, a comprehensive course manual, the use of fully equipped training rooms and electronic workshops, writing materials, daily lunch and morning and afternoon refreshments. Tavcom offers two certification options. Students who opt for our ‘standard’ course fee receive a Tavcom Certificate on successful completion of the course. Students who choose to pay for BTEC assessment and certification receive a BTEC Award on successful completion of the course. N.B. The vast majority of our students now choose the BTEC option. I am a complete beginner. Can you help me?
Yes, of course! Many of our courses – particularly those at Foundation Level – are suitable for those with little or no experience of electronics or the security industry. So, don’t worry, you will not be alone! In fact over the past fifteen years Tavcom has taken great pride in helping many thousands of individuals take their very first steps on exciting and lucrative new careers. I am already very experienced. What can you offer?
Those with long experience of security systems will be the first to admit that their education can never be fully complete! The constant introduction of new technology and legislation means that training is a never-ending process. We offer courses to keep you ‘up to speed’ with all the latest developments as well as a selection of advanced courses to support your Continuing Professional Development. For those in need of the ultimate challenge, check out our CCTV and Network IP Masterclasses! I don’t know which course is right for me. Can you advise?
We understand your dilemma and we are happy to help! Tavcom’s prospectus of courses offers a bewildering selection of opportunities to acquire, develop, focus or broaden your skills. The right course for you will depend on many factors – your experience, your aptitude and your career ambitions to name just a few! Simply give us a call and we will get you on to a path that matches your requirements. We offer a friendly chat with no obligation to buy … although we hope you will! Where is your Training Centre?
In Bishops Waltham in Hampshire, nestled between Winchester, Portsmouth and Southampton. The village enjoys very good road, train and air connections and the Training Centre is close to local amenities and accommodation. The surrounding area (including the Solent and New Forest) is some of the UK’s most scenic so why not add a day or two to your training days and enjoy a well-deserved break? Is the tuition hands-on, classroom based or both?
In most cases we operate a system of lectures followed immediately by ‘hands-on’ practical training sessions. This provides our students with an effective and very enjoyable learning experience. Do I get a certificate?
All students who successfully complete any Tavcom course receive a Tavcom Certificate that is widely recognised throughout the UK and in security industries worldwide. Those who choose BTEC assessment and certification receive an internationally recognised BTEC Award at Intermediate, Advanced or Professional level. A fee is payable for the BTEC option. How do you select your tutors?
Very carefully! Our tutors must satisfy a number of strict criteria. They must have unsurpassed knowledge of their specialised subject(s) and possess recent and/or ongoing ‘real world’ experience in the security industry. In addition they must have first-class training skills which we maintain with regular ‘Train the Trainer’sessions. I am in the Armed Forces. Are your courses covered by the CTP scheme?
Yes, several of our courses are specifically tailored for those who are retraining in preparation for a new career after leaving the Armed Forces. These courses are covered by the Career Transition Partnership provisions. Contact us for full details. Can you help me find accommodation during the course?
We offer a booking service for accommodation at the local Marwell Hotel where delegates enjoy preferential rates. We can also provide you with a comprehensive list of local hotels and comfortable Bed and Breakfast establishments that you can contact directly for prices and availability. Can you come to my workplace to train me?
Possibly! If your organisation has a group of delegates to train, ‘in-company’ courses can be a very cost-effective option. We conduct many of these ‘in-house’ courses every year. We ensure that all the equipment necessary for hands-on tuition is brought to your chosen venue. My company is not in the UK. Can you train overseas?
Yes, we regularly present training courses in other parts of the world – most recently in North America, the Middle East and Africa. Contact us for details. Do you offer correspondence courses?
We currently offer four Distance Learning or ‘correspondence’ courses that require between thirty two and seventy five hours of study. A key feature of these courses is email support from your own personal tutor! How long has Tavcom been in business?
Tavcom Training has just celebrated its fifteenth birthday. The company was established in 1994. Which bodies endorse your training?
Tavcom Training enjoys the support of many leading bodies within the security industry and the academic world. We are an Edexcel and City & Guilds accredited training centre and have ‘Investor in People’ status. We work closely with the BSIA, SSAIB, ECA, FSA, FPA and the CCTV User Group. We are also an Approved Learning provider for ELCAS. How many people do you train each year?
In an average year we welcome between two and three thousand students to Tavcom training courses in the UK and around the world. How many people do you employ?
Our team consists of ten permanent staff members and a similar number of tutors who join us on a self-employed basis. Has your company won any awards for training?
Yes, amongst many other honours we are past winners of the Security Excellence Award, one of the most prestigious annual prizes to be presented in our industry. This was presented for our groundbreaking work in introducing BTEC qualifications to the security systems sector. Do you offer any other products or services?
The Tavcom Shop offers a range of security related products including basic tools and test equipment, books, videos and
DVDs. The Tavcom Consultancy Group (TCG) is a sister company that provides a variety of highly specialised consultancy services to the industry. For details visit http://www.tavconsult.com/
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