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Private Investigator

Private Investigator

A Private Investigator (PI) in the US conducts covert surveillance, gathers evidence, and investigates individuals or organisations on behalf of clients. PIs work on cases involving infidelity, fraud, missing persons, background checks, and legal support. They operate independently or within agencies, often serving law firms, corporations, and private clients. Strong analytical skills, discretion, and knowledge of state licensing laws are essential. Many PIs are former law enforcement or military professionals.

  • private investigator
  • PI
  • covert surveillance
  • background check
  • fraud investigation
  • missing persons
  • infidelity investigation
  • skip tracing
  • licensed investigator
  • detective
  • evidence gathering
  • corporate investigation
  • legal investigation
  • undercover investigation
  • insurance fraud

Available courses

13

Students

20

Average monthly income

KES 250K - KES 650K

Most accessed course

CCTV Technician Course

You will learn how to select, install, and operate audio and video surveillance equipment for covert and overt assignments. The course covers RF signal identification, spectrum analyzer operation, and non-linear junction detection for locating hidden devices. You will apply TSCM methodologies to conduct professional sweeps and produce defensible client reports. GPS tracker deployment, location data analysis, and counter-tracking techniques are covered in full. Network monitoring, packet capture, and digital evidence handling prepare you for cyber-enabled surveillance environments. Legal compliance, consent frameworks, and liability management are integrated throughout so you can operate within the law on every assignment.

Students

35

Workload

4h - 360h

Rating

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What does a Private Investigator do

  • Conduct covert surveillance operations to monitor subjects and document activities using photography, video, and written reports as evidence for clients or legal proceedings.

  • Perform comprehensive background checks and skip tracing to locate individuals, verify identities, and uncover criminal, financial, or personal history.

  • Investigate fraud, theft, and corporate misconduct by interviewing witnesses, analyzing records, and compiling detailed investigative reports for clients or attorneys.

  • Collaborate with law enforcement, attorneys, and clients to provide testimony, share findings, and support legal cases with legally obtained evidence.

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