Private Investigations Diploma Program
Welcome to Lion Investigation Academy!
Join the prestigious Lion Investigation Academy, where we offer a Private Investigations Diploma Program that’s designed to elevate your career in this rapidly growing profession.
Established by the renowned detective, Joseph Alercia II, back in 1969, the American Detective Agency quickly became a symbol of excellence in the investigative industry. With decades of experience, Joseph noticed the need for specialized education that’s easy to understand and tailored to the demands of the field. That’s when the idea of Lion Investigation Academy was born!
Our academy was officially licensed by The PA State Board of Private Schools in 1988, enabling us to share our wealth of knowledge with ambitious individuals like yourself, looking to make a mark in the world of investigation. Today, we proudly continue to produce top-notch investigators, sought after by leading agencies across the industry.
Unlock Your Potential with Our Comprehensive Curriculum:
Our 20-class curriculum strikes the perfect balance between essential theory and practical application, equipping you with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the field. From general investigative principles to specialized subjects including comprehensive field assignments, our course covers it all.
So, whether you’re just starting your career or looking to enhance your existing skillset, Lion Investigation Academy’s Private Investigation Diploma course is the perfect fit for you.
Don’t miss this golden opportunity to earn your Private Investigator Diploma from the comfort of your home. Join us today and step into a world of endless career possibilities, becoming a Highly Sought-After Lion Investigation Academy graduate!
Embrace the Convenience of Online Learning:
At Lion Investigation Academy, we understand the value of your time and the importance of convenience. That’s why we offer our exclusive Private Investigator Diploma program entirely online. Say goodbye to rigid schedules and hello to flexibility!
Study at your own pace, set your class timings, and enjoy the comfort of learning from your home. But don’t worry, you won’t be alone in this journey.
We take pride in offering personalized one-on-one support to each and every student, ensuring you get the guidance you need, when you need it!
Private Investigations Diploma Program
Part 1: Lessons 1-5
✓ INTRODUCTION TO PRIVATE INVESTIGATION
A study of the need for investigative and security trained personnel. The primary aspects and fundamentals of civil investigations and the laws by which an investigator is required to abide by. The course material introduces the student to the entirety of the forthcoming material in preparation for a conscientious pursuit of the course.
✓ REPORTS AND REPORT WRITING
This lesson contains information and testing on the purpose and importance of reports. You will be studying; (1) sample reports, (2) reports regarding personal background, (3) importance of reports, (4) construction of reports, (5) details of reports, (6) the distinction between police reports and private reports, (7) surveillance reports, (8) confidential reports, (9) undercover operation reports, (10) principals of reports (11) crime scene investigation reports.
✓ BASIC FINGERPRINTING
This lesson, on the subject of fingerprinting is designed to familiarize the future private investigator with the fundamental concepts of fingerprinting. This program does not provide a complete examination of the science of fingerprinting.
✓ PLAINTIFF AND DEFENSE INVESTIGATIONS
This course material provides the student with those skills and techniques necessary to develop evidence on behalf of a plaintiff and or his or her attorney. In addition, fraudulent insurance claims, the techniques necessary to expose such frauds and the techniques of writing investigative reports are also discussed.
✓ APPLIED SECURITY II
This course provides a practical study of guard and security services and their employment possibilities in plants and factories and their conduct and use in civil disturbances, strikes and riots.
Part 2: Lessons 6-10
✓ MISSING PERSONS
This lesson will provide the student with a basic knowledge in devising a proper course of action in regards to locating a missing person.
✓ CIVIL INVESTIGATIONS
This course provides a comprehensive study of civil damage suits court cases and demonstrative evidence. Industrial safety procedures including causes of accidents, organizing for safety inspections and accident inspection are also among the topics covered in this course.
✓ SURVEILLANCE AND STAKEOUT
A study of the various surveillance and stakeout techniques. The course involves the use of motion and still cameras and the various types of accessory equipment. Emphasis is placed on the importance of writing clear and concise surveillance reports.
✓ UNDERCOVER INVESTIGATIONS
This course provides a practical study of pretext and undercover as methods of obtaining information or evidence. Course content includes sample pretext and the guidelines for entrapment and roping.
✓ PRIVATE INVESTIGATION BASIC EQUIPMENT
Description of different basic equipment you will need to obtain/utilize as a private investigator.
Part 3: Lessons 11-15
✓ HOW TO PROPERLY TESTIFY IN COURT
This lesson will provide the student with sound knowledge on how to properly testify in a court of law.
✓ SHOPLIFTING
This lesson will provide an outline of prevention and detection of shoplifting, undercover shopping services and internal theft.
✓ TYPES OF PRIVATE INVESTIGATIONS
This study will give an outline of the various kinds of investigations you as a private investigator may encounter.
✓ SOURCES OF INFORMATION
This lesson will provide the student with various ways to obtain information that may assist you as an investigator.
✓ CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM
A study of the United States criminal justice system’s fundamental areas that a private investigator needs to be familiar with. This lesson will give you the basics.
Part 4: Lessons 16-20
✓ CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION
This lesson will provide the student with a basic knowledge in how to conduct a criminal investigation in the private sector.
✓ INTERROGATION AND INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURES
A study of the laws governing interrogations. Interrogation, investigative procedures, techniques and the fundamentals of report writing: defining those terms commonly used in investigative reports.
✓ INVESTIGATIVE COURT PROCEDURES
A course designed to provide the investigator with the proper methods of preserving evidence, the rules of evidence, and the legal technicalities of courtroom presentations.
✓ SECURITY OPERATIONS
This lesson will give the student a general knowledge of security operations in a large agency.
✓ BASICS OF OPENING AND CONDUCTING A PRIVATE DETECTIVE AGENCY
This section will provide the student with basic knowledge, and requirements needed to operate a business.
Private Investigations
Diploma Program
(5 Installments)
$215.00
Pay as you go ($875.00 Total)
- $25.00 Refundable registration
- $190.00 First installment
- $165.00 For four installments
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Private Investigations Diploma Program (Paid in Full)
$875.00
Pay one time ($875.00 Total)
- $25.00 Refundable registration
- $850.00 Tuition fee
- Payment in full upon enrollment
