ASET Diploma in Private Investigating
- Course Code: SAC154
- Award Level 4, Similar to - NVQ Level 4
Accredited Private Investigating course dual award! With this Private Investigating course you receive two awards
Course Content
- Life as a private detective / investigator, tools of the trade, finding the right work
- A first lesson in theft
- Theft continued, robbery, handling stolen goods, bilking, criminal damage, burglary.
- The Police and Criminal Evidence Act
- The Data Protection Act
- Tracing
- Surveillance techniques
- Electronic equipment, polygraph calibrator (lie detector) counter espionage
- Attending court
- Repossession, process serving, statement taking, invoicing and other paperwork
- Means reporting, vetting, interviewing and interrogation
- Business skills for setting up an agency, skills of self-preservation, specialising
Course Duration
This home learning course will take approximately 110 hours and there is no time limit for completion.
Assessment
The course assessment takes the form of a series of written assignments, which are submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.
Study Method
The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail or email. You can start at any time and there are no time limits on this course.
Qualifications
This Private Investigating course is fantastic value and provides TWO qualifications in one course! This means that you can obtain:
Qualification 1: Private Investigating Diploma Private Investigating Diploma entitling you to use the letters "SAC Dip" after your name.
Qualification 2: ASET Level 4 Private Investigating Award This Course leads to an ASET Level 4 Award Certificate for successful learners. That means that it is independantly accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 4 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. You can read more about ASET and our awarding bodies here: Awards
Course Questions & Answers
Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?
You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.
Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?
There is no time limit to complete this Private Investigating course, take as long as you require.
Q: What is included in the cost of my course?
- You will receive your official course manuals
- A4 folder containing assignments
- Unlimited tutor support
Q: Do I have to sit an exam?
No. We will issue certification based on your coursework alone.
Q: Are there any additional costs?
No, everything you need is included in the price!
Q: How do I get my work assessed?
Once we receive your work we will mark it and return it to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your diploma proving your success in the chosen subject.
Q: What do I do if I still have questions?
For further information please contact us.

Jun 2, 2008Justin, Marbella, SpainI feel like I have learnt a lot with this course and would be confident to persue it as a career soon!
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