Comprehensive NC Security Officer Training: Master legal requirements, professional standards, and operational protocols in this intensive 6-hour NCPPS 74C course. Learn detainment rules, OODA Loop decision-making, de-escalation techniques, and effective law enforcement collaboration essential for security professionals.

NCPPSB-Approved Live Virtual Training: Active Shooter Emergency Response Join this interactive, live virtual course that fulfills NCPPSB continuing education requirements while preparing security professionals for active shooter emergencies. Through real-time instruction, learn critical threat assessment, life-saving protocols, and emergency response strategies based on law enforcement best practices. This certified program delivers hands-on virtual training that meets multi-state requirements for active shooter response.

Our North Carolina 16-hour unarmed security guard training course is fully NC PPSB certified and meets all state requirements for security guard certification in North Carolina. This comprehensive NC security guard training program covers essential topics including North Carolina security laws, patrol procedures, emergency response, report writing, and legal use of force, preparing students for immediate employment as certified security guards in NC. Required for all unarmed security positions in North Carolina, our PPSB approved course must be completed within 30 days of hire, with the first 4 hours completed within 20 days of job placement. Upon successful completion, graduates receive their official NC security guard certificate and are eligible for registration with the North Carolina Private Protective Services Board, making them job-ready for positions with licensed security companies throughout the state. This course also serves as a prerequisite for NC armed guard training and is required for Private Investigators seeking armed licensure in North Carolina.

The training covers the legal framework, ethical considerations, and practical skills needed for effective security work in North Carolina. It breaks down complex regulations into easily understandable content for participants at a 6th-grade comprehension level.

Tennessee Unarmed Security Guard Refresher Course (2-Hour Renewal) Renew your Tennessee unarmed security guard license with Security Compliance Academy's state-approved 2-hour refresher course. Required every two years by the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance, Private Protective Services, this unarmed guard renewal training is the fastest, most affordable way to keep your TN security officer registration active and compliant. What You'll Learn in This TN Unarmed Guard Refresher Training: Our Tennessee unarmed security officer refresher course meets every requirement under Rule 0780-05-02 and includes: Legal powers and limitations of a Tennessee security guard Use of force continuum and de-escalation techniques Emergency procedures and general duties Tennessee Code Annotated Title 39 (Criminal Offenses) and Title 40 (Criminal Procedure) Civil and criminal liability for security personnel The course concludes with a multiple-choice final exam — a minimum score of 70% is required to receive your Tennessee unarmed guard renewal certificate.

Ethics in Private Investigations and Security This course explores essential ethical practices for investigators and security professionals, focusing on integrity, confidentiality, and legal compliance. Through real-world scenarios, learn professional decision-making strategies that protect your reputation and strengthen client trust while meeting licensing requirements.

Report Writing for Private Investigators and Security Professionals (6 CE Hours) Your report is the product. This 6-hour online continuing education course teaches private investigators and security professionals how to write clear, accurate, and legally defensible investigative reports that hold up to client scrutiny and courtroom challenge. Learn proven report writing techniques to document facts objectively, organize findings logically, record timelines and observations with precision, and avoid the common language pitfalls that undermine credibility and evidence admissibility. Through practical examples and real-world investigative scenarios, you'll build the report writing discipline that protects your cases, your clients, and your professional reputation. Approved for private investigator continuing education in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, and Kentucky, this self-paced course lets you earn 6 CE hours while mastering one of the most essential skills in the investigation and security profession.

The NCPPSB and the Georgia Board approved a continuing education course designed to enhance private investigators' courtroom competency and presentation skills. Learn effective testimony techniques, evidence presentation methods, cross-examination preparation, and professional communication strategies for judges, juries, and legal counsel. This training covers pretrial preparation, courtroom procedures, maintaining professional integrity under pressure, and expert witness standards. Develop the confidence and skills necessary for successful courtroom appearances while strengthening your professional credibility. Ideal for private investigators and security professionals seeking to advance their careers through enhanced courtroom expertise and professional presentation capabilities.

Professional implicit bias training and continuing education courses designed specifically for private investigators, security professionals, and law enforcement personnel. Our specialized CE programs help PIs and security experts recognize unconscious bias, improve investigation outcomes, and enhance professional credibility through evidence-based bias recognition techniques and enhanced interview and surveillance skills. Master essential skills to conduct objective investigations, strengthen witness interviews, and deliver superior client results with our industry-specific curriculum that addresses real-world scenarios faced by private investigators and security professionals. Available in both online and in-person training formats, our courses provide approved continuing education credits while helping you gain competitive advantages in the private investigation and security industry. Fulfill your CE requirements while developing improved case analysis and decision-making abilities that set you apart in the field and strengthen your analytical capabilities for better client outcomes.

Georgia Homeland Security Training — 2-Hour Required Block This course satisfies the State of Georgia's mandatory 2-hour Homeland Security continuing education requirement for private detective license renewal under Georgia Board Rule 509-3-.12. Every registered Georgia private detective must complete 16 hours of continuing education each renewal period, which must include 2 hours in Homeland Security covering indicators of terrorism and cooperation with Homeland Security agencies, 2 hours in ethics, and 12 hours of industry-related training. This course fulfills the Homeland Security portion of that requirement. Delivered through PI Leadership Academy and instructed by a Georgia Board–licensed classroom instructor, this 2-hour block meets the Board's content standards. Upon completion, you'll receive a certificate of completion to retain for your records and produce if the Board requests documentation. Fully online and self-paced — complete the requirement on your schedule.

This On Demand training Active Shooter Emergency Response Join this interactive, live virtual course that fulfills NCPPSB continuing education requirements while preparing security professionals for active shooter emergencies. Through real-time instruction, learn critical threat assessment, life-saving protocols, and emergency response strategies based on law enforcement best practices. This certified program delivers hands-on virtual training that meets multi-state requirements for active shooter response.

Criminal Defense Investigation: The Component Framework Learn how to investigate for the defense the right way. This self-paced course trains licensed private investigators in a structured, six-component method for building defense investigations from intake through final report — grounded in the constitutional standards, attorney-client privilege protections, and professional duties that govern the work. Across 11 modules, you'll master case review and analysis, the defendant interview, crime scene inspection, impeachment background investigation, witness interviews, and the report of investigation. Every concept is taught the way the work actually happens in the field, with clear attention to what separates defense investigation from law enforcement investigation. Developed and delivered by PI Leadership Academy, led by Catherine Flowers, a Retired Raleigh Police Officer, Commissioned Officer in the U.S. Army Military Police Corps, and licensed private investigator with over 27 years of field experience. Approved continuing education for private investigators in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Oklahoma, and Kentucky. This course is worth 6 CEU hours. Complete all 11 modules and the comprehensive capstone to earn your certificate of completion. 6 CE credit availability. This course is currently approved for private investigator continuing education credit in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Oklahoma, and Kentucky, with submissions to additional states in progress.

Tactical Awareness: Professional Surveillance and Field Operations This course equips professionals with the critical skills and mindset needed for effective surveillance and field operations. Participants learn how to identify, assess, and respond to real-world threats using tactical awareness, behavioral analysis, and situational control techniques. Through immersive case studies and scenario-based exercises, learners develop proficiency in surveillance planning, counter-surveillance, and operational decision-making. Ideal for private investigators, security personnel, and law enforcement professionals, this training builds confidence and precision in dynamic environments while emphasizing ethical conduct and safety in the field.

Earn your Tennessee Unarmed Security Guard license with our state-approved 4-hour online course. 100% on-demand and mobile-friendly — meets all Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance requirements under Tenn. Code Ann. § 62-35-118. Taught by a retired law enforcement officer with decades of security and investigative experience. Enroll today and start your TN guard card application.

HIPAA Training for Private Investigators This essential course teaches investigators how HIPAA regulations govern the handling of Protected Health Information (PHI) in private investigations. Learn your legal responsibilities as Business Associates while mastering privacy protocols and security measures through real-world scenarios that ensure federal compliance.

Subcontracting is one of the most overlooked liability areas in private security and private investigations. Bulletproof Your Subcontracting is a North Carolina Private Protective Services Board–approved continuing education course (PPSB-26-030) that delivers 4 credit hours of practical, field-tested training for licensed security professionals and private investigators. Whether you run a contracting firm or work as a subcontractor, this course gives you the legal, contractual, and operational systems to subcontract safely, stay compliant, and protect your profitability. Taught by Catherine D. Flowers, a licensed NC private investigator with 25+ years of field experience and a member of the NC PPSB Education Committee.

Georgia 24-Hour Unarmed Security Officer Course This Georgia Board of Private Detectives and Security Agencies–approved course meets the 24-hour pre-licensing training requirement under O.C.G.A. § 43-38-7.1 and Board Rule 509-3-.02. Delivered by a state-licensed instructor (CFTR001502), the curriculum covers the role and legal responsibilities of private security, use of force, patrol techniques, report writing, communication, public relations, situational response, terrorism awareness, and security ethics. Graduates receive a Board-approved certificate of completion qualifying them for employment as an unarmed security officer in the State of Georgia.