WA Investigator
Become a licensed private investigator in Western Australia with the Certificate III in Investigative Services. Asset College's fully online course provides the practical skills and legal knowledge required to conduct surveillance, factual investigations, interviews, and evidence gathering — preparing you to apply for a WA Investigator Licence through WA Police Licensing Services.
Quick Details
- Course FeeStandard: $1,795
- Qualification Level Certificate III
- Study Method OnlineRPL
- Recognition of Prior LearningAvailable ($900)
Course Overview
The WA Investigator course delivers the CPP30619 Certificate III in Investigative Services — the nationally recognised qualification required to apply for a WA Investigator Licence through WA Police Licensing Services.
Private investigators in WA work across insurance fraud, workers compensation, missing persons, corporate surveillance, legal investigations, and government compliance. Investigators must operate with discretion, legal compliance, and professional ethics.
Asset College delivers this course fully online with flexible, self-paced study and regular trainer contact — allowing you to complete your training around work and life commitments.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion, you will be awarded the CPP30619 Certificate III in Investigative Services, supporting your application for a WA Investigator Licence.
Areas of investigative work you can pursue:
- Workers Compensation Investigation
- General Insurance Investigation
- Motor Vehicle and CTP Investigation
- Government and Regulatory Investigation
- Surveillance Operations
- Missing Persons Investigation
- Background Checks and Due Diligence
- Criminal Defence Support
Entry Requirements
Age: Minimum 18 years old.
Citizenship/Visa: Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a suitable visa with working rights.
Criminal History: Must be able to pass a national police check. A criminal record may affect eligibility for a WA Investigator Licence.
Digital Literacy: Basic digital skills required.
English: Sufficient English language, literacy and numeracy skills required.
International Students: Not open to international students (student visa 500).
Units of Competency
16 units total (5 core + 11 elective).
Core Units:
- CPPINV3026 — Work effectively in investigative services
- CPPINV3027 — Develop investigation plans
- CPPINV3028 — Investigate and locate subjects
- CPPINV3029 — Provide quality investigative services to clients
- CPPSEC3124 — Prepare and present evidence in court
Elective Units:
- BSBESB305 — Address compliance requirements for new business ventures
- CPPINV3030 — Conduct factual investigations
- CPPINV3031 — Conduct interviews and take statements to support investigations
- CPPINV3032 — Develop factual investigation reports
- HLTWHS003 — Maintain work health and safety
- PSPCRT007 — Compile and use official notes
- PSPREG006 — Produce formal record of interview
- PSPSEC009 — Handle sensitive information
- CPPINV3033 — Conduct covert surveillance operations
- CPPINV3034 — Organise and operate surveillance vehicles
- CPPINV3035 — Develop surveillance investigation reports
Licensing Requirements
WA Investigator Licences are administered by WA Police Licensing Services.
To obtain your WA Investigator Licence you must:
1. Successfully complete the CPP30619 Certificate III in Investigative Services
2. Pass a national police check
3. Meet all WA Police probity and suitability requirements
4. Submit a licence application to WA Police Licensing Services
5. Pay applicable licence fees
Completing this course satisfies the training requirement but does not guarantee a licence.
Course Fees & Delivery
Online Study: $1,795
- Standard: 1 unit per month for 16 months (20–25 hours per week)
- Accelerated: 2 units per month for 8 months (30–40 hours per week)
- Regular trainer contact included
RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning): $900
- Typically finalised within 12 weeks
- 50% upfront, 50% on completion
Payment Plans: 4 instalments; zipMoney from $78/week over 6 months interest-free.
WA Investigator — Enrol Anytime
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
If you have relevant experience in investigations, surveillance, law enforcement, insurance, compliance, or related fields, you may be eligible for RPL for the CPP30619 Certificate III in Investigative Services.
RPL assessments are typically finalised within 12 weeks.
Submit a FREE Skills Assessment to find out if you qualify.
Why Choose Asset College?
When you choose Asset College, you're not just choosing an RTO — you're choosing a partner in your career journey.
For more than 20 years, we've trained and guided thousands of Australians into security careers. We're nationally recognised, connected to employers, and trusted across QLD, NSW, VIC, and beyond.
Our graduates don't just get trained — they get employed. That's the difference.
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