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Professional Certified Investigator (PCI®), Preparation
Course Description

The Professional Certified Investigator (PCI®) certification, offered by ASIS International, recognizes professionals who possess specialized knowledge and skills in conducting investigations, collecting and preserving evidence, preparing case documentation, and presenting findings.

This course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive review of the PCI exam domains, helping them strengthen their investigative knowledge and prepare effectively for the certification examination.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Have 3–5 years of professional investigations experience.
  • Include at least 2 years of experience in case management responsibilities.
  • Be employed full-time in a security or investigations-related role.
  • Have no criminal convictions that could negatively impact their professional standing or the ASIS certification program.
  • Agree to sign and comply with the ASIS Certification Code of Conduct.
  • Agree to follow all policies and requirements outlined in the ASIS Certification Handbook.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the principles, methodologies, and best practices of professional investigations.
  • Plan, conduct, and manage investigations effectively and ethically.
  • Apply evidence collection, preservation, and documentation techniques.
  • Conduct interviews and gather relevant information to support investigative findings.
  • Analyze investigative data and prepare professional reports.
  • Understand legal, regulatory, and ethical considerations in investigations.
  • Review and apply the knowledge areas covered in the PCI examination domains.
  • Enhance readiness and confidence for the ASIS PCI certification examination.
  • Corporate Investigators
  • Security Investigators
  • Fraud Investigators
  • Loss Prevention Professionals
  • Compliance and Ethics Professionals
  • Internal Audit Professionals
  •  Corporate Security Professionals
  • Risk Management Professionals
  • Security Managers with investigative responsibilities
  • Law Enforcement Professionals transitioning to the private sector
  • Professionals preparing for the ASIS PCI certification exam

About the Exam

  • To earn the PCI® designation, candidates must sit for and pass the official ASIS International exam. The exam is delivered either at authorized Prometric test centers or via an approved online proctored format through ASIS.
  • Candidates are responsible for registering for the exam and submitting all required education and professional experience documentation directly to ASIS.
  • The PCI® exam consists of approximately 125–150 multiple-choice questions covering three core domains of professional investigations practice.
  • The exam includes scenario-based questions designed to assess practical investigative decision-making and real-world application of knowledge.
  • The exam fee is not included in this training package and must be paid separately to ASIS International.

Domain 1: Case Management, Planning, and Preparation (35%)

  • Investigation Planning and Scope Definition
  • Case Initiation and Management
  • Legal and Regulatory Considerations
  • Investigation Strategies and Methodologies
  • Risk Assessment and Case Prioritization
  • Resource Planning and Allocation
  • Documentation and Case File Management
  • Ethics and Professional Conduct

Domain 2: Investigative Techniques and Procedures (50%)

  • Evidence Identification and Collection
  • Evidence Preservation and Chain of Custody
  • Interviewing Techniques
  • Witness and Subject Interviews
  • Surveillance Principles and Methods
  • Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Fundamentals
  • Information Gathering and Verification
  • Fraud Investigation Techniques
  • Workplace Investigations
  • Digital and Electronic Evidence Awareness
  • Investigative Analysis and Critical Thinking

Domain 3: Case Presentation and Reporting (15%)

  • Investigative Report Writing
  • Documentation of Findings
  • Evidence Presentation Techniques
  • Preparing Conclusions and Recommendations
  • Presentation of Investigative Results
  • Testimony Preparation and Delivery
  • Communication with Stakeholders
  • Case Closure and Lessons Learned

PCI Exam Preparation

  • PCI Exam Structure and Requirements
  • Domain-Based Review Sessions
  • Investigation Case Studies
  • Practice Questions and Exercises
  • Mock Examination
  • Final Review and Exam Readiness Assessment

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Course Rounds

5 Days
Code Date Venue Fees Action
CE209-01
2026-09-27
Manama
USD 5450
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CE209-02
2026-11-29
Dubai
USD 5450
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