Private Investigator Badge — Phalanx Training Academy
State Certified · GA Rule 509-3-06

PRIVATE
DETECTIVE
/ INVESTIGATOR

70-Hour State Mandated Course · GA Rule 509-3-06
Approved and Accredited through the Georgia Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies and the Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission
$250
Regular $275
Live Online · With the President
CE Renewal: $125/year
Enroll Now → View 24 Topics
70
Hours Required
24
Core Topics
100
Question Exam
75%
Min. Passing Score
6
Reciprocal States
About This Course
The Only Course That Gives You
Direct Interaction

Per Georgia Administrative Rule 509-3-.06, all private detective license holders and registered private detective employees must complete a minimum of seventy hours of instruction from a Georgia Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies (GBPDSA) approved provider (Board Certified Instructor) before being issued a state license.

Unlike the average online course, this course allows direct interaction between the student, instructor, and fellow classmates in order to gain a solid understanding of the role of the Private Detective/Investigator.

This course is also an approved course of study through the Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission, which allows you to earn college/university credit toward a degree in Criminal Justice or Security Administration.

NOTE — March 26, 2020: Limited License Recognition Agreement
The Georgia Board of Private Detective and Security Agencies voted to approve the Limited License Recognition Agreement with the Alabama Private Detective Board. This agreement allows Private Investigators and Private Investigation agencies who are licensed in either state, and whose license is in good standing, to enter the reciprocating state to conduct business.
License Reciprocity — Work in These States on Your Georgia PI License:
AL
FL
LA
NC
TN
VA
This agreement allows Private Detectives and Executive Protection Agents to work in the states above on the Georgia PI license.
How It Works
3-Step Certification Process
Step One
01
Orientation
Once you register, step-by-step course instructions will be emailed to you to begin researching the 24 PI topics. This is your starting point.
Step Two
02
Research
You will put together a 3-page report on each of the 24 PI topics below. This gives you a thorough working knowledge of every area of private investigation.
Step Three
03
Final Examination
The 100-question PI Examination will be emailed to you. Upon successful completion (80% passing), your State Certified Private Detective Certificate will be shipped within 48 hours.
GA Rule 509-3-06 · 2022 Guidelines
70-Hour Core Curriculum
24 Topics · 3-Page Report Per Topic · 100-Question Final · Must Pass 75%
01
Intro to the Private Detective Business and Types of Investigations
02
Overview of O.S.G.A. 43-38-1 (1-16) as it relates to the Private Detective Business
03
Review of Georgia Private Detective and Security Agencies Admin Board Rules
04
Criminal Procedure Overview of O.G.C.A. Title 17
05
Georgia Criminal Law Overview
06
Georgia Rules of Evidence
07
Interviewing Techniques and Methodology
08
Documentation and Report Writing
09
Overview of the United States Legal System
10
Courtroom Testimony
11
Sources of Information
12
Surveillance and Observation
13
Undercover Operations
14
Incident and Crime Scene Analysis and Investigation
15
Criminal Defense and Due Process Investigations
16
Missing Persons and Locating Individuals
17
Insurance Investigations
18
Family Law and Domestic Investigations
19
Specialized Investigations
20
Executive Protection Operations
21
Case Management
22
Business Sense (Acumen)
23
Investigative Ethics
24
Written Final Examination — Must pass with a minimum of 75%
The Results
Private Detective Course Graduates
Graduates of the Private Detective Course
Graduates of the Phalanx Training Academy Private Detective / Investigator Certification Course
Eligibility
Course Requirements
Enrollment Requirements
Must be 21 years of age
Criminal Background Check from Local Police Department
Clean Record with No Convictions (No Exceptions)
State Issued Driver's License
Continuing Education
In accordance with GA Rule 509-3-12, your Private Detective Certificate must be renewed annually (each year) to stay in compliance with continuing education rules
Annual CE Renewal Cost: $125
College Credit Eligible
This course is approved through the Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission
Eligible to earn college/university credit toward a degree in Criminal Justice or Security Administration
Optional Training
Additional Non-State Mandated Courses
8
Hours
OC Defensive Spray Training
8
Hours
Expandable Baton Training
8
Hours
Unarmed Self Defense Training
8
Hours
Handcuff & Restraints Training
8
Hours
Emergency First Aid
Course Cancellation & Refund Policy
Tuition and/or any Registration fees are NON-REFUNDABLE.

If a student notifies PHALANX prior to the start date of class to cancel, the paid fee(s) will go towards the next scheduled course or any other course that this academy offers that suits the student.

If PHALANX cancels a scheduled class for any reason, the student will have the option of a full refund within 30 days or rescheduling for the next class date.

PHALANX is not responsible for any additional expenses incurred by students due to course cancellation or the student canceling a course.
Certificate Delivery
Upon successful completion of the 100-question examination (80% passing), your State Certified Private Detective Certificate will be shipped to you within 48 hours.

Your certificate is processed and shipped with White Glove treatment — professionally prepared and handled to maintain a pristine, professional presentation.

Annual CE Renewal is required per GA Rule 509-3-12. Contact this office to arrange renewal: (770) 742-5269
Enroll Today
Private Detective
Certification
Regular $275
$250
70-Hour State Mandated Course · GA Rule 509-3-06 · Live Online with the President
24 Topics · 100-Question Exam · Certificate Shipped within 48 Hours
Annual CE Renewal: $125 · License Valid in GA, AL, FL, LA, NC, TN, VA
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