Background Investigator Course

What will I learn?

Sharpen your detective skills with our Background Investigator Course, designed for professionals looking to excel in carrying out investigations ethically and according to the law. Become skilled at gathering information through analysing social media, confirming employment history, and doing research using public records. Improve how you communicate so you can present what you find clearly and handle sensitive information with care. Learn to organise and manage data properly, write reports that are effective, and develop important skills in analysing information so you can spot inconsistencies and decide if information is relevant. Join now to improve your skills as an investigator.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online course with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you wish to study
Customize your course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet connection required

Develop skills

Enhance the growth of the practical skills listed below

Master ethical investigation: Understand and follow privacy laws and ethical guidelines.

Enhance data gathering: Make use of social media, verify employment histories, and research using public records.

Improve communication: Present what you find clearly and handle sensitive information carefully.

Develop analytical skills: Spot inconsistencies and carefully decide if information is relevant.

Excel in report writing: Write investigative reports that are clear, to the point, and easy to understand (avoiding jargon).

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can modify the chapters and the workload.

  • Select which chapter to commence with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can include

You’ll be able to generate additional chapters similar to the examples below

This is a free course focused on personal and professional growth. It does not equate to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate qualification, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.