Illinois Private Detective Basic Training

Illinois Private Detective Basic Training

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Illinois Private Detective Basic Training
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Illinois Private Detective Basic Training
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Illinois Private Detective Basic Training

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20 Hour Course
$225.00
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Explore NITA's 20-hour PERC licensing course which follows the guidelines from the Illinois Private Detective Act and Administrative Code, Part 1240. Investigative topics include ethics, surveillance, legal issues, report writing, client communication and so much more.

Enroll today to satisfy your training requirement for your license application. This 20 hour basic training was written by experts with decades of industry experience and knowledge and is offered 100% online and 100% on-demand.

Study on your own time and on your own schedule.

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Outline

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  1. NITA Introduction and Course Expectations
  2. Private Detective Overview - Job Outlook and Statistics
  3. Legal Issues for the Protective Detective
  4. Communication and Interviewing Skills
  5. Client Relationships and Public Relations
  6. Report Writing and Field Notes
  7. Surveillance and Different Types of Investigations
  8. How to Conduct a Successful Interview
  9. Courtroom Preparation and Testimony
  10. Ethics and How to work as an ethical Investigator
  11. Illinois Private Detective Statutes and Administrative Code

Course Approval:

NITA's course for Private Detectives in Illinois meets the guidelines from the Illinois Detective Act (225 ILCS 447/15-25) Section 15-25 for a PERC employee basic training. This is the approved minimum 20 hours of training that is required to be completed within 30 days of employment as a registered employee of a licensed agency in Illinois.

Course Description

NITA's security online training course will overview our training expectations and proceed to cover the history of private investigations and legal issues encountered as a Private Detective. We will review proper communication and report writing skills for Private Detectives and how to successfully testify in court. Next, in NITA's training, you will encounter the best practices for surveillance and different types of investigations and how to work as an ethical investigator. And, finally, the course dives into a review of the Illinois Private Detective Act and the Illinois administrative code.

NITA's comprehensive training is offered 100% online and 100% on-demand, making it easy to study on your own time and your own schedule.

Course Outcome

Upon passing with a 75% or higher, the student will immediately have access to a printable diploma. If requested this diploma can be mailed to the student.

Course Completion

All courses include an end-of-course examination. Students must pass the exam to receive credit for the training. Certificates will be available online immediately for all students.

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Frequently asked questions

Are NITA courses Board and State-Approved?

Yes, NITA's courses are state and board-approved by each state's licensing entity in over 35 states.  Board-approved course offerings, where applicable by state, include pre-licensing training and continuing education.

Is NITA’s training completed entirely online, or are there in-person requirements?

NITA's courses are 100% online.  There are no in-person classes or physical attendance requirements. All classes are on-demand, except for our Florida Security trainings and our live, instructor-led trainings, which are online through Zoom. Everything you need to complete your training is available through our online learning platform.
Will staff be available for assistance during my NITA course?

Yes. We are available to assist our enrolled students from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM,EST,Monday through Friday. All calls will be answered promptly and messages will be returned within 24 hours. Please contact us via phone at 1-800-730-NITA (6482) or via email at info@nitainc.com. 
What requirements are needed to begin a course with NITA?

All students need to begin a NITA course is an email address and an internet connection! We will send you enrollment and course information via the email you provide after checkout. 
What do I receive when I complete the course?

Upon successfully completing the course and passing the exam, NITA will issue you a Certificate of Completion. This certificate is typically required as part of your state license application. Details on how your certificate is delivered are included in each course description.
Can I take a NITA course if I have no prior experience in investigations or security?

Absolutely. NITA's pre-licensing courses are designed for people entering the field for the first time. No prior experience is required. The curriculum is built to take you from the basics through everything you need to meet your state's licensing requirements.

How enrollment and course access work

Get the training and hours you need to advance your career in a few easy steps:

1 — Purchase your training

Buy the course that you want: live-instructor-led or self-paced training

2 — We email you

An account creates for you during enrollment & we will email course access information

3 — Start your training

Log into your student account & begin your course

4 — Graduate!

Finish your training & receive your certificate of completion

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View our frequently asked questions to learn more about NITA and our course offerings. For additional information, chat with us online or call 1-800-730-6482.