
Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Foundations
Open Source Intelligence is crucial in the investigative lifecycle. Lack of knowledge and procedures is the difference between your client’s investigation being tossed out of court and losing potentially $100’s of thousands. To winning their case and you being a value to the company you work for, and an undeniable professional. Your instructor has personally, revamped the largest firm’s procedures, helped revolutionize and modernize current technical standards throughout the investigative industry. Your instructors work has been adopted by leading firms and continues to be the standard.
- Last Updated April 13, 2025 |
- language English |
- Pro Workflow |
- Online Self Study |
- On-Demand Live Instructor access |
- Duration 20+ hours |
- Certificate
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Course Requirement
Licenced Private Investigator | Submission of valid licence (Any Province/Country) | No prior knowledge of surveillance | No expensive fancy gear | Excitement to learn and advance your investigative career
Target Audience
✓ New investigators looking to lightning fast-track their skills and confidence in research areas
✓ Active PIs ready to exponentially expand their research skills for a digital age
✓ Experienced professionals aiming to rapidly enhance research skills for the digital age, increasing their value
Course Brief
You will learn from investigative professionals who have operated at the industry’s top for decades, serving the most demanding and largest clientele. Whether you’re a 30-year veteran or a newly licensed PI, this course is for you. Investigative research is extremely critical in the Private Investigator’s tool bag, utilized daily, and has a very specific structure and nuances that very few investigators know.
In this course, we will focus on the fundamentals of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), with a specific emphasis on essential criteria required for maintaining online anonymity. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to conduct professional OSINT investigations. At PIcourse.ca, we have conducted thousands of online investigations, and we have the expertise to teach and enhance your skills to a professional and legal standard. We ensure that investigators comply with all legal requirements for Open Source Investigations, providing you and your clients with powerful, undeniable evidence. You will be equipped with professionally compiled evidence that your opponents will fear when appropriately utilized.
Open Source Intelligence is a critical aspect of investigations. The lack of knowledge and proper procedures can make all the difference between a successful investigation and one that is thrown out of court, resulting in potential financial losses. To ensure that you add value to your company and are considered a professional in your field, it is imperative to follow the highest technical standards and procedures. Your instructor has personally revamped the procedures of the largest investigative firms, revolutionizing and modernizing the current technical standards within the industry. The work of your instructor has been adopted by leading firms and continues to be the industry standard.
You will be able to immediately implement our teachings, blowing your co-workers and opponents clean out of the water, and becoming the go-to professional investigator.
Key Concepts You Will Learn
- Do's & Don'ts
- Critical Information
- Standard Tools Used
- Understand the Purpose
- Key Components
- Law & Boundaries
- Required Elements
- Chain of Custody (critical)
Knowledge you will Obtain
- Digital DNA©
- Types of OSINT
- Workflow Process
- Correct Tools to Use
- Become a Ghost
- Erasing Digital DNA©
- Managing Information
- How to Comply with Law
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Course Content
Introduction
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A seasoned professional and expert in the field of investigations, possessing extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in private investigation techniques, behavioural analysis, psychological profiling, and ethical considerations. With a strong background in fast-paced, analytical roles within the Private Investigative industry, bringing a wealth of expertise to their teaching. The ability to create comprehensive course content, provide practical insights, and inspire continuous learning makes a valuable resource for students seeking to excel in the world of investigations. Specialties Investigative Team Management (40+) OSINT/SOCMINT Instructor Skip Tracing Investigative Interviewing Process Service/Legal Support Investigative Intelligence Acquisition Certifications Certified Cyber Intelligence Professional Advanced Open Source Intelligence Professional Advanced Security Deconstruction Expert Advanced Deception Detection Advanced Social Media Intelligence Data Discovery for Threat Assessment Standard Deviation Detection Micro-Expression Detection
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Course Includes
- 8 Lessons
- 15 Topics
- 6 Quizzes
Ratings and Reviews


One of the highlights of the course is its focus on OSINT and the specific criteria required for conducting online investigations effectively. I found the emphasis on operating as a ghost online particularly insightful, as it's a crucial skill in today's digital age, where privacy and legality are paramount.

I had no idea how much you could legally uncover online until I took this course. It breaks down OSINT in a way that’s easy to follow, even for beginners. The techniques are practical, ethical, and field-tested. I’ve already used them on two real cases—this course paid for itself fast.