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Becoming a private investigator begins with researching the qualifications related to the state in which you live. Most states have a professional licensing board that regulates the profession. In Georgia, for example, you can go to: http://sos.georgia.gov/plb/detective/ and research the requirments. I am going to give a synopsis here for Georgia as an example. First, you must decide if you want to open your own agency or if you want to work for an existing agency. Opening your own agency requires two years of full time experience or a four year degree in criminal justice, passing the state exam, and obtaining insurance or bonding. The next step is to get a local business license and look for prospective clients. If you want to work for an existing agency, start by looking for classes approved by the Georgia Board of Professional Private Investigators and Security Agencies. Once you find them you can sign up and then apply for a student membership in one - or both - of the state professional organizations (www.gappi.org or www.ispag.org). Attend the classes, attend the meetings of the organization(s), and let everyone know that you want nothing better than to be a licensed private investigator. You should have no trouble entering the field if you are aggressive, passionate, and determined. Good luck! Go to: http://www.safeharborinvestigations.com for more information.
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What do you do after private investigator training?
After the training, you should focus yourself with getting a job. Since you got private investigator training, you might become a police investigator.
Can a felon become a private investigator in Oregon after 15 years of felony conviction.?
No, a felon cannot become a private investigator in Oregon even 15 years after the felony conviction. A private investigator must have a clean record without any felony convictions.
What kind of education is needed for a career as a private investigator?
No formal education is necessary to become a private investigator. However, a bachelor's degree in criminal justice or law may prove useful in becoming an skilled private investigator.
How would one find employment as an investigator?
If by investigator you mean a private investigator, you do not need any particular qualifications. A lot of retired policemen tend to become private investigator, so some skills in detection would be needed.
Where can apply for Private Investigator certification?
There are several places you can study to become a private investigator. One such place is the Detective Training Institute - why not visit their website: www.detectivetraining.com
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What training should i undertake to take my private investigator practice test?
Prior experience in the field is always a plus in the area of private investigators. No formal experience is required however to simply become a private investigator.
Where can I take private investigator classes?
Several different colleges offer classes to become a private investigator. Some examples that I found are Boston University, Louisiana State University, and University of Washington.
What kind of training do I need to become a private investigator?
Try academies or institutes run by private investigators.They know better about what training a private investigator should possess. Or find if the sponsoring company is still active in the industry and choose it.
Where can one find information on how to become a private investigator?
A person can find information on how to become a private investigator in many different locations. A person could first contact their state licensing department. One could also read the private investigator magazine. Some websites a person could look at are PI Now, PI home website, and linked investigation.
What's the process for private investigator jobs?
Becoming a private investigator is a long path, make sure that you really want to become one before starting. This website may help you to make your decision: http://www.nig.co.uk/Investigator-Training-and-Job-Opportunities.aspx
Where can I get some private investigator training?
The best source for private investigator training is at private investigator academy or at a local university that has the program. Those are the best sources.
