Notes on employment for Private detectives and investigators

  • Work hours often are irregular, and the work can be dangerous.
  • About a third were self-employed.
  • Applicants typically have related experience in areas such as law enforcement, insurance, the military, or government investigative or intelligence jobs.
  • Keen competition is expected because of the large number of qualified people who are attracted to this occupation; opportunities will be best for entry-level jobs with detective agencies or as store detectives on a part-time basis.




More information on Private detectives and investigators from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
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Training requirements for Private detectives and investigators




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