Private Detectives and Investigators

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Find and analyze information about legal, personal, or financial matters.

Private Detectives and Investigators find facts and analyze personal information. They offer many services, including verifying people's backgrounds, tracing missing persons, investigating computer crimes, and protecting celebrities.

Wages	$22.00 per hour on average
Outlook	Statewide data not available
Education & Training	High School or less is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Law Enforcement Investigation and Interviewing
On the Job	Work Activities Examine records or other types of data to investigate criminal activities. Interview people to obtain information about actions or status of individuals. Investigate crimes committed within organizations. Investigate personal characteristics or activities of individuals. Observe individuals' activities to gather information or compile evidence. Use databases to locate investigation details or other information. Prepare investigation or incident reports. Record crime or accident scene evidence with video or still cameras. Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to respond to incidents. Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel.
Career Pathways	Security and Protective Services
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