Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
Credential: Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
Credentialing Agency: ASIS International
Renewal Period: 3 years
The ASIS International, Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) certification provides demonstrable proof of knowledge and experience in case management, evidence collection, and preparation of reports and testimony to substantiate findings. Earning a PCI provides independent confirmation of specialized skills in security investigations, including case evaluation and review of options for case management strategies. It validates a candidate's ability to collect information through the effective use of surveillance, interviews, and interrogations. Candidates must meet experience and/or education requirements and pass an examination.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Attainability:
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 5 years
- Education: High School Diploma/GED
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for a Service member to meet eligibility requirements. Requirements listed here are based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
Exam Administration (View Details)
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
ASIS International
1625 Prince Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-2882
Phone: (703) 519-6200
Fax: (703) 519-6299
Email: asis@asisonline.org
Education REQUIREMENTS
Candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Experience REQUIREMENTS
Candidate must have five years of investigations experience, with at least two years of case management experience.
Option 2:Candidate must hold the Associate Protection Professional (APP) and have four years of investigations experience, with at least two years of case management experience.
Other REQUIREMENTS
The Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) credential has the following other requirements:
- Cannot have been convicted of any criminal offense.
- Must agree to adhere to the ASIS PCI Code of Professional Responsibility.
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) examination:
- Best Sources
- General References
An additional resource is O'Reilly Learning Safari Books Online, a searchable digital library that provides online access to thousands of books, training videos and conference sessions. See the Educational Resources section on the Related Sites page here on COOL to learn how to get free access.
Testing Information
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Exam Administration
Credential exams may be administered in-person at a testing site, proctored on-line remotely, or have options for both. If an exam is administered through a test vendor, the third-party test vendor box will be checked. The following test administration options apply to the Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) credential where checked:
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
For more information on the ASIS International testing process, visit the agency website.
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Third-Party Test Vendor Information
Testing for this credential is handled by the following vendor:
Prometric
The test centers are located in the U.S.
To find out more, use the following links on the Prometric website:
- Search for Testing Program
- Locate a Test Center
- Agency/Certification Specific Testing Information
- Contact Prometric
RECERTIFICATION
Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)
Renewal Period: 3 years