This module introduces dynamic security — a professional approach that combines staff presence, observation, knowledge of individuals, communication and information-sharing to maintain safety and support rehabilitation in correctional settings. It is part of the PROMOTE WP3 programme for correctional professionals at EQF levels 5–6.
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the principles and purpose of dynamic security and its relationship to static and procedural security;
- Identify early signs of risk, escalation or relational breakdown through professional observation;
- Evaluate security trade-offs and make proportionate, lawful professional decisions;
- Apply the Observe–Interpret–Verify–Act model to real and simulated scenarios;
- Demonstrate coordinated team responses including effective information-sharing and role allocation.
Structure and Workload
9 chapters | online self-paced | virtual simulations | ~10 hours total.
Assessment
Online quiz (10 questions, 10 marks) and written assignment (100 marks). Pass mark: 50%.