As a professional organisation we are committed to raising standards within the security profession and in particular, the hospitality security sector.
We recognise the value and importance of continuing professional development and encourage members to undertake a passage of learning that drives quality and standards.
Training & Development is a in important element of CPD, building knowledge, skills and greater understanding. To this end IHSM has created a Bursary Scheme which provides a level of support to help fund recognised professional qualifications.
Eligibility for Applications
Applicants must be a current Member of IHSM and have retained membership for more than 1 year.
Make a commitment to remain as an IHSM Member for at least a calendar year following the achievement of any Certification resulting from a bursary.
The scheme may also be awarded to a direct report to / a team member managed by a current IHSM member.
The award is available as full or part contribution towards the full cost of the desired course.
An individual may only receive 1 bursary award within a 3-year period
Application Process - Completion of application form
The application form requires:
The course title, brief description and course provider.
The amount of funds being applied for
Date and duration of Course
Confirmation of enrolment
Recognised Courses
Recognised professional courses
Below are several recognised professional courses that IHSM support and are relevant to the career development of those employed within our sector. On application other courses may be accepted – the decision will be taken by the IHSM Committee of the day.
Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM): L4 / L5 programmes
International Foundation for Protection Officers: Range of Education programs
Perpetuity ARC Training: range of education programs
ASIS International – Exam Fees: APP, PSP, CPP
IOSH: Range of courses
Sustainability
Funding
Funding
Funds will be transferred to individual private bank account of applicant, not to any employer or other business or entity.*
IHSM will fund individual applications of up to £350
The annual fund made available by IHSM will be £1500
Sponsors may be sought/offered to fundadditionalopportunities from time to time
*If course is not undertaken without reasonable grounds within the time frame applied for then the funds may need to be returned to IHSM in full.