Training & Events

Training, Online Courses & Events

Are you just starting out and looking for the basics of CCTV or IP? Or do you wish to further expand your knowledge of analytics or system design?
No matter what stage you're at we have the course for you! At Videcon we have many years of experience working in the CCTV and security business, and whether you want to get started with the basics, learn advanced video analytics, obtain knowledge of CCTV system design or simply attend an open day, we’ll have what you’re looking for on this page.

Open days

As well as CCTV-related training courses, on this page we also list a variety of open days that are held by the manufacturers that we proudly stock. These open days are a great chance to interact with the many high quality brands we stock at Videcon, and to find out more about how their products work.

Training course costs and rebates

 All our training courses can be booked below at a cost of £100.00 which is credited back to your account upon spending £1,000 with us.
If your company is already an active customer, we are happy to remove all costs. Just ask your account manager for the promocode, it's as easy as that!

 Have a question? Pop an email over to training@videcon.co.uk and we'll get you sorted.

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What is CCTV training?

CCTV training gives both individuals and organisations the knowledge, and practical skills that they need to both operate, maintain and manage CCTV systems. Our courses at Videcon cover a wide variety of aspects of successful CCTV operation and management, and we would encourage our customers to make the most of our industry knowledge to get the best out of their own setup.

How long is a CCTV course?

Please see the individual listings of our courses for course length. Most of our courses have flexible dates, to best work around the availability of you and your business.

Do I need training to operate CCTV cameras?

In theory it is possible to operate CCTV cameras without formal training, however being correctly trained and certified can be a major boost to CCTV monitoring effectiveness and job fulfilment. In some cases, formal training may be required for the job in question. Proper training ensures you understand critical aspects of CCTV including:

  • Image quality optimisation and camera positioning
  • Legal and privacy compliance obligations
  • System maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Data protection regulations

Many employers will mandate that training is required before allowing staff to operate CCTV systems. Even for personal use, training helps you maximise your investment and ensures you're operating equipment safely and lawfully. If your career is in CCTV, you will most likely find that the more qualifications and training you have, the better!

Do you have to be trained to install CCTV?

Yes, the installation of CCTV will usually require that the individual involved has the appropriate training and certifications, and this is especially true of commercial systems. Aspects such as electrical safety are critical, as are the correct configuration of networks within the building, and building regulations must be borne in mind as well. If systems are installed incorrectly either on domestic or commercial properties this can lead to issues with ineffective security setups, safety hazards, and potentially even problems with legal issues. Essentially, training protects both installers and end users.