(02I) Chapter 1 Introduction

Introduction

This course of training is required for private investigators complying with the Code of Virginia for the Renewal of your registration. The individual taking this course should have a firm commitment to the ethical standards promoted as well as demonstrate a strong professional attitude.” This course of training is required for private investigators. The individual entering this field should have a firm commitment to the ethical standards promoted as well as demonstrate a strong professional attitude”.

This course addresses the DCJS requirements for 02I Private Investigator In-Service training. This course will cover all objectives as outlined by the Department Criminal Justice Services. You will have 8 hours to complete the course including the test. The clock runs only while in the course. To Pause the course, click on the Pause button and then log out. No refunds will be given for any reason.

Duration of enrollment: 

You will have 30 days after enrollment to view this course after which your logon will not be active. Contact A Security Training Academy Inc at 703-916-8411, if there are any problems.

Objectives:

1. Orientation
   1. Applicable sections of the Code of Virginia
   2. 6 VAC 20-174, Regulations Relating to Private Security Services
   3. Standards of professional conduct
   4. Ethics
   5. Signs of Terrorism
2. Law
   1. Basic law
   2. Legal procedures and due process
   3. Criminal and Civil law
   4. Evidence
   5. Legal privacy requirements
3. General investigative skills
   1. Tools and techniques
   2. Surveillance
   3. Research
   4. Interviewing
4. Documentation
   1. Report preparations
   2. Photography
   3. Audio recording
   4. General communication
   5. Courtroom testimony
5. Types of investigations
   1. Accident
   2. Insurance
   3. Background
   4. Domestic
   5. Undercover
   6. Fraud and financial
   7. Missing persons and property
   8. Criminal
6. Written comprehensive examination