Section overview

The trainer provides an overview of the principal duties and responsibilities necessary to work effectively in the private investigation industry. The student is introduced to job roles and responsibilities and the different fields of private investigative work.

Suggested duration

In class: 2 hours
Outside class: 2 hours

Minimum requirements

  1. describe and compare the different jobs in the security industry (e.g. private investigation, security services, loss prevention, and patrol services)
  2. explain the occupational tasks and requirements of a private investigator
    • Describe the position of a private investigator with respect to the knowledge, skills and
    • abilities needed to perform well
    • Explain the job specifications, activities and demands of a private investigator (e.g.,
    • travel, stress, risks, dangers, etc.)
  3. detail the various types of investigations and different specializations of private investigators (e.g. general, legal, insurance, corporate, etc.)
  4. explain differences between private security and police officers

Note: It is recommended that the learning journal be introduced in this section if the trainer chooses to use the journal as a teaching mechanism throughout the course.

Outline

The trainer provides the student with a background on the private investigation industry including the new standardization and regulation of the field. S/he introduces the student to the challenges and benefits of becoming a private investigator.

Working/detailed knowledge

Detailed

Suggested methodology

  1. pre-reading of job description and introductory materials
  2. lecture with group discussion
  3. introductory video
  4. facilitated discussion of the demands placed on a private investigator
  5. learning journal

Suggested training evaluation for section

A quiz addressing the job specifications, types of investigations and specializations of private investigators.