Professional Investigator Certificate

Certificate

$1,799

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Private investigation has become a vibrant and intriguing profession. Today, a wide variety of agencies, law firms, insurance companies and government entities rely on savvy investigators who can unearth facts, compile evidence and contribute to the resolution of complex issues. Additionally, the escalation of crime, lack of law enforcement resources, and the need for internal investigations in litigation and corporate security make this a booming and rewarding field.

Taught by a licensed and certified instructor with more than 20 years of investigative management experience, this dynamic course will prepare you for a career as a professional investigator.

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Prerequisites

High school diploma or equivalent. Working knowledge of computers and access to a computer and the internet are required.

What You’ll Learn

Locate pertinent sources of information
Develop leads as it relates to professional inquiries
Locate missing persons
Understand crime scene searches
Domestic and family law investigations
Insurance fraud
Retail security
Undercover and surveillance operations

Topics

Case management
Rules of evidence
Due diligence
Criminal and civil law
Interviews
Interrogations
Search and seizure
Courthouse searches
Laws of arrest
Privacy
Legal authority
Report writing

Licensing

This course exceeds the state education requirements mandated by The Georgia State Board of Private Detectives to take the State Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies Georgia State Licensing Exam. Upon completion of the application, meeting all prerequisites, and successful completion of the exam a student can obtain their license. However, if a student does not meet the prerequisites, they can still take the exam and become a registered private investigator.