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Level 1,2 & 3 Diploma in Private Detective Advanced With Private Investigator

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Summary

Price
£12 inc VAT
Study method
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Duration
2 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

The Level 1, 2 & 3 Diploma in Private Detective Advanced With Private Investigator is your gateway into the dynamic world of modern investigation. Blending theoretical knowledge with field-level insights, this online course offers a deep dive into the role and responsibilities of a Private Detective and a Private Investigator. If you've ever been fascinated by surveillance work, background checks, fraud exposure, or gathering intelligence discreetly, this course brings it all to your screen.

As a Private Detective, you'll learn to gather information, monitor behaviour patterns, and conduct covert investigations. A Private Investigator is often hired to handle sensitive and complex matters, such as corporate disputes or insurance fraud. This Level 1, 2 & 3 programme takes you from foundational skills all the way to advanced field techniques used by professionals in both roles.

With seven dedicated mentions of Private Detective and Private Investigator in this section alone, you'll already get a sense of the course’s focused intensity. Whether you're new to the concept of being a Private Detective or you're seeking an upgrade into a professional Private Investigator role, this diploma covers all the essential ground.

This course is designed with accessibility in mind—whether you are a beginner exploring the Private Detective industry or someone looking to expand into the realm of a Private Investigator, all levels are supported from Level 1 to Level 3. The course structure allows for gradual learning, meaning you can progress from one level to the next without needing prior experience.

Strong observational skills, logical thinking, and an eye for patterns will serve you well throughout the Private Detective and Private Investigator training. You won’t need any physical materials—everything is delivered online in user-friendly modules.

Certificates

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Curriculum

2
sections
13
lectures
1h 57m
total
    • 1: Module 1 Introduction to Detective Work 11:00 PDF
    • 2: Module 2 Criminal Investigation 01:00 PDF
    • 3: Module 3 Criminal Profiling 10:00 PDF
    • 4: Module 4 Surveillance and Surveillance Techniques 11:00 PDF
    • 5: Module 5 Forensics and Crime Scene Investigation 11:00 PDF
    • 6: Final Quiz 03:00
    • 7: Module 1 Introduction to Private Investigation 09:00 PDF
    • 8: Module 2 Surveillance Techniques 11:00 PDF
    • 9: Module 3 Interviewing Techniques 12:00 PDF
    • 10: Module 4 Evidence Collection and Preservation 12:00 PDF
    • 11: Module 5 Background Checks 12:00 PDF
    • 12: Module 6 Undercover Operations 06:00 PDF
    • 13: Module 7 Cybercrime Investigations 08:00 PDF

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Description

The Level 1, 2 & 3 Diploma in Private Detective Advanced With Private Investigator is a comprehensive, self-paced course that equips learners with the practical knowledge needed to excel in the field of investigative services. At its core, the course develops your skills as a Private Detective, including interviewing techniques, surveillance protocols, ethics in investigations, and the legal aspects of information-gathering.

You’ll also gain crucial expertise in the role of a Private Investigator, learning how to manage complex case files, maintain discretion with clients, and use technology to assist in tracking and documenting evidence. Whether it’s a domestic case, insurance fraud, or business espionage, the Private Investigator content ensures you're prepared for a wide range of investigative assignments.

Throughout this course, the Private Detective module spans from entry-level to advanced training. In Level 1, you’ll explore the basic duties and legal responsibilities of a Private Detective. In Level 2, learners will move into applied skills—writing reports, monitoring targets, and evidence handling. Level 3 offers advanced surveillance, forensic awareness, and how to liaise with legal teams effectively.

The Private Investigator curriculum mirrors this structure, beginning with foundational principles and advancing through real-world applications, digital surveillance methods, risk assessments, and managing private clients. The knowledge provided in both Private Detective and Private Investigator pathways is not only detailed but structured to give learners confidence in their professional journey.

This course also explains how a Private Detective might differ from a Private Investigator, and how their roles often overlap. With 10 focused mentions of both Private Detective and Private Investigator in this section alone, the course ensures you’re constantly engaged with both professional tracks.

You might choose to work as a Private Investigator, taking on more complex or high-value cases including corporate fraud, due diligence, or cyber-investigations. Many who complete this course go on to freelance, offering their services as a licensed Private Investigator or contracted Private Detective.

This course also opens up options to work alongside legal professionals, within security consultancy, or even to transition into roles within compliance or internal audit teams. The transferable skills learned in both the Private Detective and Private Investigator streams—such as interviewing, documentation, and ethical inquiry—are highly sought-after in various industries.

Whether you aim to operate as a solo Private Investigator, work under an investigative agency as a Private Detective, or even launch your own investigation business, this course offers the expertise and credibility you need to move forward.

Who is this course for?

The Level 1, 2 & 3 Diploma in Private Detective Advanced With Private Investigator is ideal for individuals who are keen to explore careers in investigative services, legal support, or corporate risk. It caters to both aspiring Private Detective professionals looking to build foundational skills and future Private Investigator specialists aiming to operate independently or in partnership with law firms and agencies.

If you're someone who naturally observes details, enjoys solving puzzles, or has an interest in uncovering the truth, becoming a Private Detective might be your calling. Alternatively, if you're ready to offer professional investigative services to businesses or private clients, the role of a Private Investigator may suit you better.

This course also supports law enforcement personnel, security professionals, and anyone interested in transferring into the fields of Private Detective work or Private Investigator consulting. It’s also valuable for journalists, legal assistants, and human resource professionals seeking skills to conduct in-depth investigations.

Whether you aim to work freelance as a Private Investigator or be part of a firm as a Private Detective, this training provides the dual-skill benefit to make you well-rounded in both sectors.

Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for the Level 1, 2 & 3 Diploma in Private Detective Advanced With Private Investigator. It is open to learners from all backgrounds. You’ll just need a working knowledge of English and access to a digital device with internet connectivity to take full advantage of this online platform.

Career path

Upon successful completion of the Level 1, 2 & 3 Diploma in Private Detective Advanced With Private Investigator, you will be well-prepared to pursue multiple career paths. You may start your career as a Private Detective, working for investigation firms, legal teams, insurance companies, or directly with clients seeking background checks, surveillance, or investigative research.

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