Private Investigation QLS Level 3

This course will allow you to study the convenient way! You decide when and where you learn, at your own pace. Your coursework can be submitted by either post or email, making it easy and hassle-free. Your materials will be posted or sent to you via email, so receiving your course is easy and hassle-free. Our experienced and friendly tutors are there to help you every step of the way by email, so help is only a click away!

Course Content

Unit 1 An Introduction to Private Investigation

• The role of a private investigator (PI)
• Attributes of a PI
• The history of private investigation

Unit 2 Legal Implications

• Licensing
• Key legislation
• Keeping information secure
• The Leveson Inquiry

Unit 3 Surveillance, Tracing and Service of Process

• Surveillance
• Personal preparation
• Technical preparation
• Logistical preparation

Unit 4 Types of Investigation

• General inquiries
• Process serving
• Matrimonial
• Personal accident
• Accidents
• Criminal defence
• Missing persons
• Adoption
• The process of investigation
• Evidence
• Surveillance
• Reporting

Unit 5 Due Diligence and Background Checks

• What is due diligence?
• Areas explored in a due diligence check
• Limitations of due diligence
• What are background checks?
• How to carry out a background check

Unit 6 Professional and Business Development

• Setting up a business
• What's in a name?
• Your business plan
• Organisational structure
• Marketing plan
• Financial plan
• Client list
• Legal issues
• Future direction and business development