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Conducting Background Investigations   

 

CJSTC # 1151

40 Hours

 

Monday, August 17 – Friday, August 21, 2026

 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

 

Location: DSC Advanced Technology College


Salary Incentive or Mandatory Retraining

 

COURSE: This course is designed as an overview of conducting applicant backgrounds for the officer, investigator, or non-sworn personnel with limited experience in this area. Students will gain an understanding of the problematic, legal, investigative, and evidentiary aspects of background investigations.

TOPICS COVERED: The Applicant Background Investigation Process, Role of the Investigator, FDLE Requirements, Social Networking & Cyber Vetting, Case File Set Up and Organization, Investigative Guidelines, Polygraph and other Tools, Interviews, Public Records, Ethics & Professionalism, Analytical Tools & Resources, and more.

 

NOTES: Students are required to attend all sessions of the course and pass a written exam with a minimum score of 80%

 

*Students must bring a sample Applicant Screening & Applicant Background Questionnaire, Background Summary Report, Agency Transmittal Letter, and Supplemental Application (if used) on the first day of class.

 

INSTRUCTORS: Corporal Sly Harris & Corporal Jose Centeno, Brevard County Sheriff’s Office

 

THIS TRAINING COURSE IS CJSTC TRUST FUNDED; REGION 7 OFFICERS HAVE FIRST SEATING PRIORITY 

 

To register fill in the Training Authorization at: Daytona State College Advanced & Specialized Training Course Authorization Form – Fill out form

 

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