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We are dedicated to providing quality courses in the investigative arena that will assist both the entry level investigator as well as the seasoned pro. As you see, these courses are provided by qualified instructors and each course is approved for Continuing Education (CE) credits for private investigators in Texas as well as many other states. More states are pending course approval.
Certainly live seminars are beneficial when questions can be asked and feedback occurs between the students and the instructor. But when time is of the essence or if time or a busy schedule doesn't permit attending seminars, then Distance Learning is there.
Some of the other benefits of a good Distance Learning program include:
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Choose the courses that meet your needs rather than having to accept what is offered at a seminar. |
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Reduce your costs for travel time, hotel expenses, mileage expense and meal expenses traveling to and from seminars. |
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Read the course material and study at your leisure without losing valuable billing hours. |
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Receive quality education while testing your knowledge and proficiency through the testing process. |
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Receive a state approved Continuing Education (CE) certificate upon successful completion of the course. |
Each student can sign up through the attached course order form, which is in pdf format, downloadable and printed off the web site. The student can fill out the order form for the desired courses and send a check or money order for the courses payable to "Investigative Associates, Inc." Once the course order form and check are received and processed, the student will receive the course material along with a take home exam via email in pdf format. The student will complete the test and return the test for grading. A passing grade is a test score of 70% or higher. The student will have sixty (60) days from receipt of the course to complete the test. Once the test is completed and the student passes each specific course a CE certificate for that course will be sent to the student. If additional time is needed please contact me for an extension. Again, we thank you for trusting us with your continuing education. We look forward to assisting you in your continued educational pursuits.
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These courses meet the State of Texas continuing
education (CE) requirements through the private investigator licensing
agency, the Department of Public Safety, Private Security Bureau, Austin,
Texas. Whether you are a licensed private investigator or are interested
in learning more about the investigative business, or you are a
professional that will benefit from these courses, I invite you to
download the course order form
and increase your knowledge in this
industry.
2.0 CEU hour Courses
Ethics
(2.0 CE hours)
Course Code: IAI-ETH
Course Synopsis:
This course provides the student with an understanding of what ethics is
and guidelines on how to maintain that ethical standard in an
investigative practice. Examples of unethical practices are outlined along
with the ramifications for violating these ethical standards as well as
ways to avoid such situations.
Cost of Course: $40.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
Fraud Investigations: An Introduction (2.0 CEU hours)
Course Code: IAI-FII
Course Synopsis:
This course will provide the student with an overview of what fraud is and
examples of fraud. The student will be taught the definitions of the
culpable mental states of individuals committing fraud that are required
to prove or disprove your case.
Cost of Course: $40.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
Private Security Bureau Rules and
Regulations For Investigators (2.0 CEU hours)
Course Code: IAI-PSB
Course Synopsis:
This course meets the Texas Department of Public Safety, private Security
Bureau requirement for two (2) continuing education (CE) credits as to the
review of Texas Occupational Code 1702 and the Board's Administrative
Rules, Texas. Admin. Code 37 T.A.C. for the renewal of a Texas private
investigator's license. This course concentrates on the private Security
Bureau board rules that govern private investigators and investigative
agencies. This course will make private investigators and Managers of
private investigative agencies more aware of board rules and regulations
of the Private Security Bureau.
Cost of Course: $40.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
4.0 CEU hour Courses
Background Checks (4.0 hours)
Course Code: ACC-BCKS
Course Synopsis
This course provides you with a basic understanding of how to conduct
background checks for pre-employment, non-profit groups and any other
lawful purpose. It discusses the laws that need to be understood, the
proper method of reporting the results, the difference between a
background check
and a thorough background investigation, the rewards for you and your
clients, and the pitfalls that may confront you.
Cost of Course: $80.00
Instructor: Tom Nelson
Compliance with the U.S.A. Patriot Act:
The Role of the Investigator (4.0 hours)
Course Code: USAPA
Course Synopsis
This course will make the investigator aware of the components of the
U.S.A Patriot Act, specific compliance with
The Act
and gain an understanding of the issues arising from The Act.
The investigator will gain a knowledge of the compliance requirements of
The Act, the consequences to institutions violating The Act
as well as the opportunities for the investigator to provide compliance
background checks, training and consultation to adhere to the requirements
of The Act.
Cost of Course: $80.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
Internal Fraud:
Detecting and Deterring Fraud Within an Organization (4.0 CEU hours)
Course Code: IAI-IFD
Course Synopsis:
This course concentrates on the financial red flags that assist in
detecting and attempting to deter the fraudulent skimming and billing
schemes within an organization. The student will be presented with
investigative and consultative tools and policies and procedures that can
easily be initialed to help reduce or eliminate these types of fraudulent
crimes within an organization.
Cost of Course: $80.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
Introduction to Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Investigations (4.0 CEU hours)
Course Code: IAI-NHI
Course Synopsis:
This course will provide the student with the special knowledge and
techniques to effectively investigate nursing home abuse and neglect
cases. Those individuals already practicing in this area will find the
course a very useful step-by-step guide through the investigative process.
For those just starting out in the business and desiring to enter this
investigative specialization, this course holds the key to a successful
career path for the investigator and the investigative agency.
Cost of Course: $80.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
Comment: To compliment this course suggested
reading material includes the Family Reference Guide to Nursing Home
Abuse and Neglect, which is listed under books on this site.
Locating Hidden Assets (4.0 CEU hours)
Course Code: IAI-LHA
Course Synopsis:
This course will provide the student with an understanding of the
different types of hidden assets. The student will learn several types of
intentional and unintentional hidden assets and the methods used by
individuals or entities to hide these assets. This course includes sources
of financial documents that are available. This course is not about
database searches but rather is a comprehensive guide to sources and
techniques of locating hidden assets.
Cost of Course: $80.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
Recognizing Child Abuse (4.0 hours)
Course Code: ACC-CAB
Course Synopsis
This course will provide the student with basic information and
understanding on child abuse, the types of abuse and signs to look for.
This understanding will aid the student in any domestic investigation
involving child abuse or allegations of such conduct. It is important to
note that the subject of child abuse is a complex subject with a multitude
of writings along with highly trained professionals that may add much more
information than this course can offer. The student is advised to seek
information from a trained professional in the area of child abuse and
thoroughly check all local laws prior to initiating any
child abuse
investigation.
Cost of Course: $80.00
Instructor: Tom Nelson
Work
Product: What an Investigator Needs to Know (4.0 CEU hours)
Course Code: IAI-WP
Course Synopsis:
Understanding attorney-client privilege extended through work product is a
must for every investigator. This course will make the investigator aware
of the work product doctrine and the surrounding issues associated with
this type of privilege that exists that relates to the realm of
investigations that are dealt with on a daily basis.
Cost of Course: $80.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
6.0 CEU hour Courses
Checking Courthouse Records: Public
Records Research (6.0 CEU hours)
Course Code: IAI-CCR
Course Synopsis:
Public records research and courthouse research is just that. It is
researching public records, reviewing documents and obtaining information
from those case files or documents that are located in the actual county
or federal courthouse . While database research is good and quite a
necessary investigative tool, public records research goes well beyond the
information obtained in computer databases in gathering vital information
for your case. This course will provide the student with an overview of
what type of documents and information are available in the courthouse. In
addition to the course material attachments include, Courthouse Research
Terminology Tips, Background Investigation Logs, Background Investigation
Checklist, Courthouse Case Review Data Sheet and Property Records Data
Sheet that will assist in streamlining the public records searches.
Cost of Course: $120.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
Understanding Occupational Fraud (6.0 CEU hours)
Course Code: IAI-UOF
Course Synopsis:
This course provides you with the understanding of what occupational fraud
is, what components are in the Fraud Triangle that relate to occupational
fraud and examples of the different types of occupational fraud.
Cost of Course: $120.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
12.0 CEU hour Courses
Credit Card Fraud (12.0 hours)
Course Code: IAI-CCF
Course Synopsis
This course deals with ways to detect, prevent or reduce the
likelihood of credit card fraud.
Preventive measures are
discussed that will lessen the potential for fraud being committed against
you or your clients. Additional sources of information are provided in the
event that you or your clients have become a victim of credit card fraud.
As in all investigations, investigative consultation to your clients is of
utmost importance in the array of services that you can provide. Being
knowledgeable of the preventive measures can help reduce the risk of
credit card fraud.
Note;: Students should also consider taking the Identity Theft course that complements this training.
Cost of Course: $240.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
Internal Fraud
(12.0 CEU hours)
Course Code: IAI-IF
Course Synopsis:
This course will provide the student with an overview of what constitutes
internal fraud, the elements of internal fraud, employee rationalizations
for committing fraud, and reasons why businesses fail to detect fraud.
Several techniques and methods used to detect fraud are discussed in
detail with cases examples.
Cost of Course: $240.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
Rules of Evidence: What Every Investigator Must Know (12.0 CEU hours)
Course Code: IAI-ROE
Course Synopsis:
This course will make the student aware of the types of evidence used in
legal proceedings so as to gain a better understanding of the issues
arising from evidence. Students will gain insight into both civil and
criminal cases when dealing with the components and types of evidence in
conducting their investigations, preparing for trial, interviewing key
witnesses, preparing investigative reports and affidavits and providing
consultation in all types of cases.
Cost of Course: $240.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
The Business of Private
Investigations (12.0 CEU hours)
Course Code; IAI-TBPI
Course Synopsis:
This course will sharpen your investigative business skills and make you
more aware of different opportunities in the investigative business as
well as approaches to solving your particular investigative needs. The
course is designed to assist investigators either starting their business
practice or continuing to improve your current practice.
Cost of Course: $240.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
14.0 CEU hour Courses
Financial Statement Analysis Methods
in Investigations (14.0 CEU hours)
Course Code: IAI-FSA
Course Synopsis:
As a result of taking this course you will have a better understanding for
what makes up the financial statements of an individual or company. You
will now be able to examine the components of the Balance Sheet and
conduct ratio analysis. As a result of this course you will be armed with
the knowledge that will enable you to be better prepared to prove
financial motive in an investigation, ask better interview questions when
interviewing key witnesses, conduct better interrogations of suspects in
cases while improving the overall investigative results. The student will
be in a better position to make informed decisions and uncover the hidden
truth to avoid fraud in the bottom line.
Cost of Course: $280.00
Instructor: Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
NOTE: Additional investigative courses will be added periodically. In addition, authorization is being expanded to meet other state investigative continuing education requirements.
Copyright © Investigative Associates, Inc., Tom Nelson and Douglas O. Crewse. All Rights Reserved. No part of these courses or course material may be reproduced or used in any manner other than the intended purpose without the written consent from Investigative Associates, Inc.
Instructor Bios
Douglas O. Crewse, CFE
Mr. Crewse obtained an engineering degree from the
Unites States Military Academy, West Point, New York and was a Special
Agent Federal Criminal Investigator commanding units in the U.S. Air Force
Office of Special Investigations (OSI). After Doug obtained his MBA from
Texas Tech University, he founded Investigative Associates, Inc.
specializing in corporate, legal and financial investigations. Doug is a
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and has been a guest lecturer for
corporations and numerous investigative associations for over 30 years. He
has written several books on investigative topics and is a frequent
contributor of investigative articles on a wide variety of topics to
numerous investigative journals. He is the owner, founder and manager of
Investigative Associates, Inc. He can be contacted through
his website at
www.InvestigativeAssociates.com.
Tom Nelson
Mr. Nelson obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M
University, Commerce, Texas. He spent over 30 years in management level
sales, recruiting, marketing, and training positions with some of the
country's top corporations such as Xerox, Moore Business Products,
Gillette, and American Brands. During this period he also obtained his
Texas Masters Peace Officer's Certification and was the Commander of a 45
person Reserve Unit for the Collin County, Texas Sheriff's Office. In 1997
he formed Accutrak, an investigations company focused on background
checks, corporate, legal, and financial investigations. Mr. Nelson is a
Texas licensed private investigator and a Texas licensed investigations
instructor. He has provided numerous investigative training sessions and
has been a guest speaker to attorney groups and security and investigative
associations on the subject of investigations, negligent hiring and other
investigative issues. He can be contacted at
accutrak2@aol.com.
