Certificate III in Investigative Services

CPP30619

This nationally recognised qualification prepares participants for professional work as private investigators across insurance, legal, corporate, workplace and regulatory environments.

Designed for individuals entering the industry, transitioning from another profession, or seeking to add investigative functions to an existing licence, this course develops practical, real-world investigative skills aligned with current industry standards. Delivered online with structured trainer support, the program allows flexible study while building competency in planning, conducting and documenting investigations.

Participants will develop skills in information gathering, surveillance, interviewing, statement taking, evidence management and report preparation, reflecting the realities of modern investigative practice across Australia.

As a Private Investigator, your responsibilities may include:

• Planning and conducting factual and surveillance investigations

• Gathering, analysing and managing information and evidence

• Conducting interviews and taking structured statements

• Preparing clear, accurate and legally informed reports

• Maintaining records that meet evidentiary standards

• Applying ethical, compliant and professional investigative practices

Course Outcome

On successful completion, participants will be awarded the nationally recognised:

CPP30619 Certificate III in Investigative Services

This qualification develops capability to:

• Plan and conduct investigations

• Operate independently or within investigative teams

• Apply professional standards across insurance, workplace, legal and corporate investigations

Graduates may pursue roles in:

• Insurance and claims investigations

• Workplace and misconduct investigations

• Factual and legal investigations

• Surveillance operations

• Background checks and due diligence

• Missing persons inquiries

• Corporate and regulatory investigations

Please note: This qualification provides the training component for private investigation. Licensing requirements vary by state and territory.

Units of Competency

To achieve this qualification, students must complete 16 units (5 core and 11 elective).

Core Units

• CPPINV3026 Work effectively in investigative services

• CPPINV3027 Develop investigation plans

• CPPINV3028 Investigate and locate subjects

• CPPINV3029 Provide quality investigative services to clients

• CPPSEC3124 Prepare and present evidence in court

Elective Units

• BSBESB305 Address compliance requirements for new business ventures

• CPPINV3030 Conduct factual investigations

• CPPINV3031 Conduct interviews and take statements to support investigations

• CPPINV3032 Develop factual investigation reports

• HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety

• PSPCRT007 Compile and use official notes

• PSPREG006 Produce formal record of interview

• PSPSEC009 Handle sensitive information

• CPPINV3033 Conduct covert surveillance operations

• CPPINV3034 Organise and operate surveillance vehicles

• CPPINV3035 Develop surveillance investigation reports

Entry & Licensing Considerations

There are no formal academic prerequisites; however, participants must:

• Be at least 18 years of age to undertake licensable investigative work

• Meet state or territory licensing eligibility requirements

Private investigation is a regulated occupation in Australia. Licensing authorities may require:

• Criminal history checks

• Right-to-work verification

• Suitability and probity assessments

Participants are encouraged to review licensing requirements in their relevant state or territory prior to enrolment.

Delivery Format

• Fully online delivery

• Structured trainer support

• Flexible study schedule