$600 – This includes the cost of one Provincial Licensing Exam
Private investigation is a rewarding career that helps people find answers. You’ll learn how to gather facts, conduct investigations, and solve a wide range of cases. This course teaches the essential skills and strategies you need to succeed as a private investigator.
Introduction to Private Investigation – British Columbia is a comprehensive online course designed to help you start your career with confidence. Developed using content provided by the Professional Investigators’ Association of British Columbia, this program gives you the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to enter the industry.
This course meets the required training standards for individuals applying for a private investigator licence in British Columbia. It is currently under review by provincial Registrars in other jurisdictions across Canada.
Private Security
$600.00
This includes the cost of one Provincial Licensing Exam
Equivalent to 60 hours of classroom instruction
English
100% Online, Self-Paced
Delivered in four modules, this online course is equivalent to 60 hours of classroom instruction and covers the following learning areas:
Licensing, Liability and Safety
Legal
Basic Tools of the Trade
Technological Aids
Your Provincial Licensing Exam is taken from home with eProctor Canada. A trained proctor will watch your exam online to help make sure everything runs smoothly. It’s an easy way to take your exam while saving time and money on travel.
In the province of British Columbia, a Private Investigator must be an employee of a provincially licensed private investigation firm. If you’re looking for private investigation employment opportunities* in BC, please contact the Professional Investigators’ Association of BC (PIABC) for a list of employers.
7164 – 120th Street
Surrey, BC V3W 3M8
Web: www.piabc.ca
Email: ProDev@piabc.ca
* Prospective employees must be able to demonstrate that they have successfully completed the required Introduction to Private Investigation training course and associated exam.
PSKN offers a practice exam on the key parts of this course. Before you attempt the provincial licensing exam, test you knowledge and improve your chance for success.
Fee: $25.00
Once you successfully complete the Provincial Licensing Exam, PSKN will send your exam results (pass or fail) directly to the Provincial Registrar on your behalf.
To apply for your Private Investigator Licence, visit the Government of British Columbia Security Industry Licensing website and follow the application instructions.
Please note: Professional Security Knowledge Network is not involved in the licensing application or approval process.
This includes the cost of one Provincial Licensing Exam
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