What You’ll Learn
The Certificate in Investigation and Security at South College is designed to expand the knowledge of students in the areas of the legal and practical aspects of investigations, as well as surveillance and evidence collection. Students practice the techniques and technologies used in modern public and private security organizations for physical security, asset protection, loss prevention, cybercrime detection, and civil and criminal investigations.
The curriculum includes coursework on the legal and practical aspects of conducting investigations, as well as the logistics, technologies, and real-world aspects of conducting surveillance and gathering physical and digital evidence. Students will also work to learn the theory and practice of providing security for fixed material assets.
The program is designed to be completed fully online with experienced faculty members leading online classes to accommodate the schedules of working professionals. Coursework is offered using interactive instructional software with an emphasis on collaboration and critical thinking.