Private Investigator Training Course

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Who should attend the private investigator training course?

Typically designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career as a private investigator. This includes:

Aspiring private investigators: Individuals who are looking to enter the field and want to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to perform investigative work.

Career changers: People who may be transitioning from related fields such as law enforcement, security, or legal professions and want to explore opportunities in private investigation.

Security professionals: Individuals who are already working in the security industry and want to enhance their skills or expand their career options by becoming licensed private investigators.

Individuals seeking licensure: In Ontario, private investigators must be licensed by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. Therefore, anyone looking to obtain a private investigator license in the province would need to complete the required training course.

Continuing education: Even experienced private investigators may benefit from attending training courses to stay updated on industry trends, new investigative techniques, and legal requirements.

It’s essential for prospective attendees to check the specific eligibility requirements and curriculum of the training course they’re interested in to ensure it aligns with their career goals and objectives.

Businesses that employ their own in-house security guards and/or private investigators will have to register with the Private Security and Investigative Services Branch and their security personnel will have to be licensed.

Why You Should Take Ontario security licence Course?

The Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services Training and Test Regulation commenced April 15, 2010 stipulating that all new applicants will be required to successfully complete basic training and pass the ministry test prior to applying for a security guard licence under the Act. This 50 hour Basic Security Guard course will ensure that the successful student will possess the required basic knowledge to pass the Ministry test and the skills to perform the basic duties of a security guard in Ontario.

What are the minimum requirements to hold a security guard licence?

To be eligible for a licence, individuals must:

  • Be 18 years of age or older;
  • Be eligible to work in Canada; and
  • Have no convictions for a prescribed offence for which you have not been granted a pardon.

Can individuals still get a licence if they have a criminal record?

Depending on their criminal record, individuals may not be eligible to hold a licence unless a pardon is obtained for the offense(s). Please visit the Act and Regulations section of the Ministry website to review the prescribed offences in the Clean Criminal Record regulation.

Not all the sections of the basic training curriculum apply to my employee’s job description. Why does the Ministry require the full course?

The training program guidelines set out by the Ministry ensures all security practitioners possess the necessary skills and knowledge, no matter what type of security work they do. Having everyone trained to the same basic level of knowledge ensures standards are consistent across Ontario.

Does the training entity administer the test?

The Ministry has engaged the services of Serco DES Inc. to administer testing. For further information about test delivery and how to register please visit Serco’s website at www.ontariosecuritytesting.ca/

How will students be tested?

The required test will be a 60-question, 75-minute, paper-based, multiple-choice test. Individuals will have to register for the test. Each test is CDN $35.00 plus 13% HST for a total of $39.55.. The fee includes your test reservation, test administration, and test marking; it does not include the ServiceOntario licensing fee. They will be told whether they have passed or failed but will not be advised of their mark. There will be no limit (individuals must pay $30.55 each time) to the number of times a person can rewrite the test.

RESOURCES WE PROVIDE TO ALL STUDENTS:

Ministry approved training. Verify our status on the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Service’s web site. Study at your own pace in the comfort of your own home! All studying is online and can be done at any time!

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What Will You Learn?

  • Section 1: Introduction to the private investigation industry
  • Section 2: The Private Security and Investigative Services Act
  • Section 3: Provincial and federal statutes
  • Section 4: Criminal and civil law
  • Section 5: Investigative techniques
  • Section 6: Principles of ethical reasoning and decision-making
  • Section 7: Key principles of communication and interaction
  • Section 8: Self-management skills

Course Content

Preface

  • Introduction
    20:00

Section 1: Introduction to the private investigation industry
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to: 1. Describe and compare the different jobs in the security industry (e.g., private investigation, security services, loss prevention, and patrol services) by identifying key characteristics, responsibilities, and distinctions among these roles. 2. Explain the occupational tasks and requirements of a private investigator, including conducting surveillance, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, researching information, and adhering to legal and ethical standards. 3. Describe the position of a private investigator with respect to the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform well, such as critical thinking, attention to detail, communication skills, knowledge of investigative techniques, and familiarity with relevant laws and regulations. 4. Explain the job specifications, activities, and demands of a private investigator (e.g., travel, stress, risks, dangers, etc.) by outlining the typical working conditions, potential challenges, and necessary precautions associated with the profession. 5. Detail the various types of investigations and different specializations of private investigators (e.g., general, legal, insurance, corporate, etc.) by identifying specific areas of focus, methodologies, and client needs addressed within each specialization. 6. Explain differences between private security and police officers by contrasting their roles, responsibilities, authority, legal powers, and jurisdictions, highlighting the distinct functions and limitations of each profession within the realm of law enforcement and security.

Section 2: The Private Security and Investigative Services Act
1: PSISA - Explain an individual's responsibility regarding licensing, including the licensing process and mandatory requirements - Descriptionof the general duties, standards, practices, regulations and prohibitions - Explaination of the requirement to produce a licence 2: Code of Conduct - Introduce the regulation and the consequences of failing to comply - Define complaint procedures

Section 3: Provincial and federal statutes
1: Participent will discuss the relevant sections of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) that apply to the handling of information and the ability to access government information. 2: Introduction of the Ontario Evidence Act and Canada Evidence Act in relation to the admissibility/inadmissibility of evidence and who is eligible to give evidence. 3: Outline the relevant sections of the following legislation: - Employment Standards Act, 2000 - Occupational Health and Safety Act - Labour Relations Act, 1995 - Provincial Offences Act - Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 - Trespass to Property Act Note: This section has three components: Handling information and PIPEDA / FIPPA / MFIPPA, Ontario Evidence Act and Canada Evidence Act and additional legislation. Private investigators are only expected to be aware of this legislation as it pertains to their roles. The primary focus should be on best practices with respect to acquiring information in the context of relevant legislation.

Section 4: Criminal and civil law
1: level of authority explain the authority to arrest under the Criminal Code (the code) - describe the difference between a citizen’s authority to arrest and a police officer’s - detail what a private investigator would have to present to the police to have an arrest made 2: discuss the different criminal offences - explain what constitutes an indictable offence under the Criminal Code - explain what constitutes an offence punishable on summary conviction under the Criminal Code - explain the concept of private information in relation to a private investigator charging an individual with an offence 3: Outline the Canadian criminal court system - discuss the Canadian criminal court system, hierarchy of the court system and court protocols/procedures - explain court protocols and procedures for the purpose of giving evidence 4: Describe what constitutes intimidation under the Criminal Code, Canada and the effects of intimidation and stalking when conducting surveillance 5: explain the common elements of tort law and address libel, slander and perjury Note: This section has five components: Criminal Code, Criminal offences, Canadian criminal court system, Intimidation, and Tort law, libel, slander and perjury.

Section 5: Investigative techniques
1: Explaination commonly accepted approaches for the following - collecting, preserving and presenting evidence - storing, disseminating and destroying information of a personal nature - handling and sealing audio/visual materials. 2: List the relevant sections of the Ontario Evidence Act and Canada 3: Evidence Act that pertain to admissible evidence 4: Describe the sequential steps of an investigation and different investigative methods 5: Explaination the following research techniques - how to access public/proprietary sources of information (e.g. industry-related databases) - how to access industry-specific information - the basic techniques used to gather information on people, places or things 6: Describe the different types of surveillance and address the following - surveillance techniques - observing the physical environment - attending to environmental details - situational awareness - identifying unusual behaviour/situations/activities - maintaining awareness/vigilance of surroundings - choosing an optimal location for surveillance - drawing on knowledge and experience to focus observations - recording appropriate/relevant details and ensuring accuracy of information - consistently re-evaluating the situation. 7: Explaination standard interview techniques and discuss the following - how to conduct an interview in an arrest situation and in a non- arrest situation. 8: Provide instruction on the proper use of industry related equipment 9: Provide instruction on how to write a report

Section 6: Principles of ethical reasoning and decision-making
1: Discuss relevant components of the Code of Conduct and explain the meaning of duty of care 2: Outline the following principles of decision-making - recognizing differences between relevant/irrelevant facts and details - making sound and defensible decisions supported by facts and research - making appropriate judgments suited to the time-frame, risks and - facts of the case and potential hazards/dangers in the situation - prioritizing situations/decisions/tasks - drawing on legislation and laws to make decisions - preparing next logical steps required for a task/job - determining who should/should not have access to sensitive or - confidential information/locations/people - recognizing ethical dilemmas - recognizing issues relating to diversity, cultural differences and - contemporary social problems (e.g. stereotyping and discrimination) Note: There are two components in this section: Code of Conduct, and Duty of care and decision-making.

Section 7: Key principles of communication and interaction
Communication skills Interpersonal skills application of verbal communication skills, communication skills and interpersonal skills through role-playing.

Section 8: Self-management skills

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