Private Investigation

Discover the art of investigation and learn what it takes to begin your career as a “private eye.” Obtain the skills and knowledge needed to go to work for a private detective agency by exploring the topics of surveillance, interrogation, evidence analysis and report writing. Prepare for the investigations you will be likely to take on including missing persons, civil disputes, retail theft, arson, terrorist threats and more. Gain a deeper understanding of the legalities involved in this field by studying the terminology and application of the Illinois Criminal Code and the mandates of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. The instructor’s own experiences through a 30-year career in law enforcement and as a P.I. provide students with real-life case studies and trusted expertise. This 20-hour course will certify you for employment with a licensed agency in the State of Illinois, but will NOT prepare you to take the Illinois Private Detective License exam.