02E Private Investigator Course | DCJS-Approved License Training

To obtain your Virginia PI license, you must successfully complete our state-approved 02E private investigator training course (60 classroom hours), pass the DCJS examination, submit fingerprints for a background check, and meet all additional qualifications outlined in Virginia regulation 6 VAC 20-174. Our program covers all educational requirements to begin this process. 

No, Our 02E PI training is onsite only to meet Virginia DCJS requirements for hands-on skill demonstration. 

For individuals with no prior experience, the path to becoming a licensed private investigator in Virginia typically involves completing the 02E course, followed by 4-6 weeks for DCJS application processing. Most students successfully obtain their Virginia PI license within a total timeframe of 2-3 months from starting the training program to receiving their official credentials. This includes time for exam preparation, fingerprinting, and completing all necessary paperwork required by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. 

Our Virginia 02E training stands out with: Instruction from active PIs, real surveillance fieldwork, license application support, and a 94% first-time exam pass rate. 

In Virginia, yes — you still need to complete the DCJS Private Investigator entry-level training course even if you have prior law enforcement experience, unless you qualify for one of the very narrow exemptions under 6VAC20-172-70. Ask us about the law enforcement waiver. 

Once you've completed your PI training and have your DCJS registration, you're well-positioned to jump into roles in surveillance, background investigations, and legal support. We'll recommend local agencies that are hiring and, in some cases, we will assist you in getting employment opportunities.