While one might immediately think of the cheating spouse scenario when it comes to imagining a Private Investigator’s duties, that's far from being the only type of case Investigators handle on a daily basis. In fact, Private Investigators can be called on during times of serious national crisis and can be hired specifically for their adept skills at research, surveillance, and detection. Here are a few of the more serious investigations that Private Investigators have solved in the past or have been a crucial part in solving.
Military Intelligence
Before the Secret Service came into existence, the U.S. Government relied on the help of well-known Private Investigators like Allan Pinkerton to assist the military. Pinkerton was appointed the first police detective in Chicago in 1849. The next year, Pinkerton founded the Pinkerton National Detective Agency which still exists in Chicago as Pinkerton Consulting and Investigators. From creating inside assets, protecting the president, and gathering military intelligence, Private Investigators played a crucial role in the safety of the country for more than a century.Â
Murder Investigations
It's not uncommon for those who are close to a murder victim to hire a Private Investigator to help solve the case. This is especially true when the investigation goes on for too long without any arrests being made. Many police departments work with licensed Investigators to solve particularly complex murder cases.Â
Finding Missing Persons
Missing person cases are a common type of investigation where Private Investigators can be hired. Private Investigators tend to be a big help when there are multiple issues going on within an investigation, and the attention of the police can get diverted to a bigger issue at hand.
For example, when a terrorist attack happens, there can be many victims. Each has a family that’s worried about their safety. Private Investigators are typically hired to track down what happened to loved ones while the police are dealing with the large mass of victims and the potential for additional attacks.
Are You Considering a Career as a Private Investigator?
If you’ve been exploring a career in criminology or criminal justice, this type of knowledge is a huge asset in the field of Private Investigation. Contact an enrollment counselor today to learn more about how NITA's online school can help you become a licensed Private Investigator and fulfill your career goals.
With flexible online training programs, Investigative professionals can begin learning right away at their own pace. This allows students to finish their continuing education, pre-licensing and professional development training and take their investigative careers even further.
At NITA, course training for Private Investigators was developed, modeled, and designed by the experienced faculty and staff with over 20 plus years of investigative training and experience. Our training program offer Private Investigators real-world investigative and business experience while using this program to further their educational goals and career plans.
Learn More About the Programs at NITA
The National Investigative Training Academy, Inc. is an online provider of State-and Board-approved Private Investigator training classes. These are comprehensive online training programs with a convenient and flexible method for achieving investigative career goals. We maintain a commitment to providing the best resources and techniques available for Private Investigators through our training programs.
If you have any questions about this course or would like to find out more about our State-and Board-approved, pre-licensing training or continuing education opportunities, contact us today at 1-800-730-NITA (6482) or email us.
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