Institute of Private Investigation

Become a Private Investigator, by studying at home.   This private investigation course will give you an amazing new career. A year from now, you could be a private investigator. And as you walk down the street - any urban street - you’ll see things differently.

• You notice a man sitting in a car, trying to look unobtrusive.
• You see a woman weeping silently in her kitchen.
• You spot three youths shoplifting.
• An ex-convict is walking down the other side of the street.
• And there’s a white truck that looks, well, out of place.
• All around you the rest of the population goes about their business – unaware of the crime, the dramas and the threats surrounding them.

That’s the difference between you, the private investigator, and the ordinary Joe in the street.

PI's see things that others don’t. They know things that others never will.
And they hear things that others don’t want to hear.
PIs walk alone, carrying their knowledge with them. Sometimes it’s a heavy burden.

Like police officers, they conduct investigations. But unlike the police, no one sees them. They work quietly and unobtrusively, relying on their instincts, their charm and their knowledge of the street.

Is this the job for you?

As a private investigator, you’ll work for yourself, deciding what jobs to take on, and which to reject.

It's a tough job. You never know what will happen next.

And the outcome is entirely up to you. You're the one who must make it work.

But being in charge brings you big benefits. Imagine being able to take the day off, whenever you want. You can listen in to your answerphone from the beach, and decide whether you want the assignment.

And the range of jobs is extraordinary. You’ll find missing people, track down defaulters, and investigate commercial theft for business owners.

You’ll check prospective partners for men and women. You’ll carry out surveillance. And gather evidence against criminals.

Yet the work is flexible. You can fit the job around your existing commitments. And it means an end to commuting. Many people reclaim extra hours every day – hours that you can spend with your family or earn more money.

Unlike franchises or other jobs, it takes very little money to become a PI. All you need is a desk and a telephone. Plus the knowledge that we’ll teach you.

Take the first step – register on the course

And how do you achieve this? By registering on the Institute's Diploma course.

We bring the private investigation course to your home – so you don’t have to take time off work.

You can study private investigation from home, or your garden, absorbing the information in peace and quiet.

Imagine never having to put up with bosses or time wasting colleagues. Just think - every penny you earn goes into your bank account.

Wouldn’t you like a job that lets you work for yourself, and where every day is different? No job in the world is as varied as that of the Private Investigator.

And the work is vitally important. You’ll be helping clients, doing a job they don’t know how to.

And, most importantly, it’s in demand. People know that a private investigator can get them the answers they need.

Your service will be welcomed by people who’ll seek your advice. And if you’re talking in a bar and someone says, ‘And what do you do for a living?’ imagine the awed response you’ll get.

People will want to seek your advice. They’ll want hints for solving the problems in their own life.

So it’s probably best to have a cover. You can say you work in housing. Or benefits.

It takes a special kind of person

It takes a special kind of person to be a Private Investigator.

You need the stillness of the wolf, willing to work alone. The patience of a lion, stalking its prey. And the intelligence of a chess player, thinking several moves ahead.

But most of all, you’ll need the practical information that we provide.

About the course There are 16 modules in the course, covering 350 pages. It provides the most comprehensive coverage of the subject available anywhere in the world. So you’ll learn everything there is to know about the subject. In addition, you get a PI’s Manual. You’ll have a source of useful information that you can consult long after finishing the course.

Better than other private investigation courses - because you get one-to-one feedback

The course has been written by a set of practicing and experienced PIs, who have condensed their knowledge into fascinating, readable and well-structured materials. You get accurate, useful information.

It’s lively and easy to read. It provides a comprehensive coverage of the subject.

The course is full of self-assessment tests (complete with answers) that ensure you’ve understood the material. These self-assessment exercises allow you to quickly test your knowledge.

Plus, we’ll ask you to complete ten assignments which will be marked by your tutor. This allows you to gain your Diploma.

The assignments are interesting, and are based on the real world. They aren’t designed to catch you out. By doing the assignments, you’ll learn more and you’ll build your knowledge.

You can take as long as you want to complete the course. Unlike other organizations, we don’t set a time limit. If you’re in a hurry, you can complete the course as quickly as you want, remembering that you have to complete all the assignments satisfactorily to get your Diploma. You can complete the course at your own pace.

You do the course completely from home. You don’t have to attend classes, or sit an exam. We fit around you, not the other way around.

You acquire a whole new set of skills, and build on your existing experiences. It’s a rewarding experience for you.

The course lets you embark on a new career as a private investigator. You get a big increase in satisfaction. It’ll let you do something that you’ve wanted to do for a long time.

New! You get a free copy of Business Blueprints (value £27).

This 47 page book contains complete step-by-step checklists for starting a successful business.

Click here to learn more about Business Blueprints

Accredited by NCFE at Level 4

Our course is fully accredited by the national awarding body NCFE, and on completing it you get a national award equivalent to Level 4 of the National Learning Framework (post A level/HNC/HND standard).

NCFE is recognised as an awarding body by the qualification regulators ('regulators') for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The regulators are the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual) in England, the Department for Children, Education, Lifelong Learning and Skills (DCELLS) in Wales and the Council for Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) in Northern Ireland.

To read more about NCFE please go to www.ncfe.org.uk

By studying for our Diploma in Private Investigation, you’ll give yourself that edge. You couldn’t ask for anything more from a distance learning course.

Other features of the course

You get your own tutor. This person will be a practicing PI, not a college lecturer. You’ll get the answers straight from the real world. And so you’ll never be stuck for an answer.

Plus, you can phone an advisor at the Institute and get instant answers. So you’ll always have someone to turn to.

Your starter kit

With the pack comes a PI’s starter kit, which means you can instantly prepare for your work as a PI. It includes many items you'll need to get started.

How you study

There is no final exam – the assignments continuously assess your progress. And as long as you read the course material and do the exercises, you’ll pass the assignments.

The marked assignments let you see how you’re progressing on the course, Grades A-C are a pass, and you can re-submit any that you fail, at no extra cost. And this means you suffer no anxiety about the outcome of the course.

Money Back Guarantee

We offer a 30 day money back guarantee. That means you can enroll without risk.

Plus, we’ll refund your fees if, 90 days after completing the course, you haven’t succeeded in earning at least the cost of the fees. Again, it means you risk nothing by enrolling.

The course is accredited

We’re accredited by the Open and Distance Learning Quality council (ODLQC), an independent body set up to maintain standards in distance learning. It means you have someone to turn to in the unlikely event of a problem. And because we want to keep our accreditation, we work hard to meet our students' expectations.

We are also registered with the Department for Education and Skills on its Register of Education and Training Providers.

Setting up your business

As you study the private investigation course, you'll discover in great detail how to launch and market your PI business, something that many students lack confidence in. We’ll explain the legal requirements. So you’ll be able to set up your own practice with much greater confidence.

When you complete the course When you complete the course, you’ll get a Diploma and the right to use the initials Dip PI. (Inst PI). You’ll command greater confidence among your clients. You’ll also have greater self-confidence. When you complete the private investigation course, we’ll send a press release to your local newspapers if you choose, free of charge. It’s a great way to announce your new business.

You’ll also receive ‘Approved’ logos for your website and stationery. They demonstrate you’ve been examined and certified by us.

You also get a listing on our online PIs' database. It could lead to client work for you. So enroll on the course by clicking here.

We look forward to helping you succeed.

With best wishes

Kit Sadgrove Course Director PS Still a little unsure? Click here if you have any doubts.