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Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)

Provider
Prometric
Format
Computer-based, single-answer multiple-choice examination; Prometric test center or approved remote-proctoring accommodation only.
Exam questions
Total questions: 140; Scored questions: 125; Unscored questions: 15; The total includes the scored and unscored questions.
Time limit
Two and a half hours; qualifying candidates may request approved additional time.
Passing score
Scaled score of at least 650; this is not a raw score or percentage.
Examination outline
  • Professional Responsibility (28%)
    • Analyze case for applicable ethical conflicts.
    • Assess case elements, strategies, and risks.
    • Determine investigative goals and develop strategy.
    • Determine and manage investigative resources.
    • Identify, evaluate, and implement investigative process improvements.
  • Investigative Techniques and Procedures (52%)
    • Conduct surveillance by physical, behavioral, digital, and electronic means.
    • Conduct interviews of individuals.
    • Collect and preserve evidence.
    • Conduct research by physical, digital, and electronic means.
    • Collaborate with and obtain information from other agencies and organizations.
    • Use investigative techniques.
  • Case Presentation (20%)
    • Prepare report to substantiate investigative findings.
    • Prepare and present testimony.
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