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Separate the fact from the fiction and learn how to become a real-world crime investigator with this Detective course. It's easy to become seduced by the glamorous portrayal of 'gumshoes' and sleuths on global media, but a detective or a private investigation is a genuine profession and often needed by people looking for assistance. As you study the contents of this comprehensive tutorial, you will appreciate the science and techniques essential for this role and a successful business.
Each module contains information and guidance from industry experts and provides useful tips and explanations for mastering investigating skills and starting a business. You will learn all about the responsibilities and ethics, crime classification, trained surveillance, crime scene processing, and much more. In addition to this, the administration and legislation needed to run a detective or a private investigation business are also explored. Step out of the shadows and enrol now for an exciting new career.
Learning Outcomes
Understanding crime classification and detection methodology
Performing crime scene investigation and evidence collection
Locating individuals and interviewing suspects
Carrying out surveillance and using counter-surveillance tactics
Presenting case reports and operating in an ethical manner
Key Features
CPD Certified
Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
Developed by qualified professionals in the field
Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
24/7 Learning Assistance
Discounts on bulk purchases
Course Curriculum
The detailed curriculum outline of our course is as follows:
Module 01: An Introduction to the Concept of Being a Private Detective
Module 02: Private Investigation Process
Module 03: Classification of Crime
Module 04: Starting an Investigation
Module 05: Crime Scene Investigation and Photography (Part 1)
Module 06: Crime Scene Investigation and Photography (Part 2)
Module 07: Evidence Collection
Module 08: Locating Missing People
Module 09: Interview and Interrogation Techniques
Module 10: Methods of identification and Sources of information
Module 11: Fingerprint Verification
Module 12: Handwriting Examination
Module 13: Linking and Surveillance of Suspect
Module 14: Counter-Espionage & Counter-Surveillance
Module 15: Domestic Investigation and Types
Module 16: Basic Operations of Firearms
Module 17: Preparing Case Report
Module 18: Code of Ethics
Module 19: Operating a Private Investigation Business
Additional Gifts
Free Life Coaching Course
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Module 01:
What Is a Private Detective?
Roles and Responsibilities
Duties of a Private detective
Skills and Characteristics for a Good Private Detective
When Are they Needed?
Scopes of Private Detectives
Dangers Encountered by Private Detectives
Career
Summary
Module 02:
Types of Investigation
Why Is Background Research Important?
Resources Needed for Private Investigation
Equipment Required in Private Investigation
Psychological Approaches to Understand Crime
Investigation Process
Summary
Module 03:
Misdemeanours
Felonies
Personal Crimes
Property Crimes
Inchoate Crimes
White Collar Crimes
Summary
Module 04:
Assessing the Matter
Event Classification and Offence Recognition
Investigation Plan
Summary
Module 05:
Principles of Crime Scene Photography
Footwear Impressions
Tire Impressions
Tool Marks
Summary
Module 06:
Fingerprint Photography
Bloodstain Photography
Bullet Path Photography
Technical Photography
Flash Illumination
Painting with Light
Available Light Photography
Summary
Module 07
What Is Evidence?
Evident Procurement
Evidence Preservation
Evidence Presentation
Summary
Module 08:
Why Do People Disappear
Skip Tracing
Tracing Methodologies
Parental Kidnapping Investigation
Summary
Module 09:
Interviewing Procedure
Interviews
Strategies
Common Interviewing Errors
Interviewing Guidelines
Purpose of an Interview
Preparation for an Interview
Control over Interviews
Attitude and Demeanor of the Detective
Types of Approach
The Interrogation Procedure
The Interrogation
Purpose of the Interrogation
The attitude of the Detective
Types of Approach
Guidelines for Interrogation
Summary
Module 10:
Methods of Identification
Biometric Identification
DNA Typing
Composite Identification
Lineups
Sources of Information
Physical Evidence
Scientific Examinations
Searching Records
Information from People
Summary
Module 11:
Fingerprint
Fingerprint Individuality
Fingerprint Immutability
Classifying Prints
Elimination Prints
Techniques
Fingerprint Inconsistency
Handling and Preserving Prints
Summary
Module 12:
Hand Writing
Known Handwriting
The Process of Assessing Handwriting
The Process of Assessing Questioned Writing
Summary
Module 13:
General Rules
Pre-Surveillance Planning
Location Descriptions
People
Scheme
Safety
Law Enforcement
Stationary Surveillance
Fixed Surveillance
Short-Term Surveillance
Moving Surveillance
Foot Surveillance
Public Conveyance Surveillance
Automobile Surveillance
Technical or Electronic Surveillance
Stake-outs
Surveillance Devices
Visual Surveillance Devices
Hardware
Tracking Devices
Practical Considerations
Legal Considerations
Do Not Trespass
Do Not Infringe upon Privacy
Summary
Module 14:
Surveillance Countermeasures
Surveillance Principals
Soft Target
Hard Target
Overt Target
Surveillance Detection
Passive Surveillance Detection
Active Surveillance Detection
Counter-Surveillance
Technical Surveillance
Anti-Surveillance
Counter-Surveillance Planning
Countermeasures Principles
Team Surveillance Techniques
Debugging Tools
Orion 2.4 Non-linear Junction Detector
REI CPM 700
Oscar Spectrum Analyser
Summary
Module 15:
Defining Domestic Abuse Investigation
Role of Investigators in Domestic Abuses
Marital cases
Divorce cases
Child Abuse
Elder Abuse
Asset investigation
Summary
Module 16:
How Guns Work
Types of Guns
Bolt Action Rifles
Lever Action Rifles
Semi-Automatic Rifles
Shotguns
Revolvers
Pistols
Ammunition
Anatomy of a Cartridge
Calibres & Bullet Types
Shooting Technique
of a Sling
How to Attach a Rifle Sling
How to Adjust a Sling
Transition from a Shoulder Carry to Solid Standing Shooting Position
Safety Tips
Summary
Module 17:
Taking Statements
Definition of Investigative Report
Narrative Reports
A Writing
Told in the First-Person Narrative
Objective
Factual
Chronological
Easily Understood
Comprehensive
The Test of Time
Note Taking
Recording Times
Recording Full Names
Recording Quotations
Principles of Preparing a Report
Summary
Module 18:
Ethics
Confidentiality and Privacy
Truth
Be Updated
Business Conduct
Avoid conflict of interest
Fair Representation of Clients
Legal Issues
Render Only Services that Match Your Qualifications
Testimony
Client Relations
Summary
Module 19:
Finding Clients
Getting Paid
Price Strategy
Licenses and Taxes
Marketing
Bookkeeping
Summary
Accreditation
All of our courses, including this course, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
Certification
Once you've successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.
10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
Anyone with a knack for learning new skills can take this course. While this comprehensive training is popular for preparing people for job opportunities in the relevant fields, it also helps to advance your career for promotions.
Learners do not require any prior knowledge or qualifications to enroll in this course.
Our flexible learning platform allows you to access the course from:
any device
any time
anywhere
any type of internet connection
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Certificate of completion
Digital certificate - Included
Certificate of completion
Hard copy certificate - Included
You will get the hard copy certificates for Free! The delivery charge of the hard copy certificate inside the UK is £3.99 each.
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