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PIP 2 Investigator Training

The detective course for police and law-enforcement investigators, with developed assessment standards to accredit delegates with PIP 2 detective status. The programme is also available with the Level 6 Diploma in Serious and Complex Investigation award in conjunction with Skills for Justice.

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Who This Programme Is For

Police officers, law-enforcement investigators and staff working towards PIP 2 investigator capability.

Course Aims

To develop investigators who can manage serious and complex investigations professionally, ethically and to recognised PIP 2 standards.

Learning Outcomes

  • Strengthen investigative knowledge and professional decision-making.
  • Apply relevant law, procedure and recognised investigative practice.
  • Improve the quality, consistency and defensibility of investigative work.

Principal Subjects Covered

Serious and complex investigation, investigative decision-making, evidence management, interview strategy, disclosure awareness, case building and professional investigative practice.

Delivery, Duration and Accreditation

Accredited PIP 2 investigator training is referenced in the existing source material. Delivery method and duration must be confirmed before launch.

Editorial note for Martin: please confirm current duration, delivery options, prerequisites and accreditation wording before launch.

Trainer Expertise

Equinox Training programmes are delivered by credible, experienced investigators and qualified educators, including retired detectives with backgrounds in serious and complex crime, major crime and investigative training.

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Why Choose Equinox Training

  • Specialist investigative training for law enforcement, public-sector and professional investigation teams.
  • Operational credibility combined with educational design experience.
  • Accredited and bespoke options where confirmed for the programme.
  • Training designed around ethical, fair and effective investigation practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this course be tailored for our organisation?

Equinox Training provides bespoke investigation training where requirements, audience and learning outcomes are agreed with the commissioning organisation.

Is this course suitable outside policing?

Several programmes are suitable for wider law-enforcement, government, public-sector and professional investigation contexts. Please enquire so the team can confirm suitability.

Discuss Your Training Requirement

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