National Certified Investigator and Inspector Training
Basic Program
The Standard in Regulatory Investigation & Inspection Training
Over 25,000 regulatory discipline and compliance professionals have benefited from this training and certification program in investigation and inspection techniques and procedures. Even if you are an experienced investigator, you are certain to gain new skills and knowledge from this course. Teaching methodologies include lectures, role-playing, group activities, and video presentations.
Who Should Attend
The course is designed for investigators and inspectors working within regulatory organizations. The material is general enough to apply to investigators and inspectors working in a wide range of professions. The course is also useful for board executives responsible for analyzing complaints and board attorneys who wish to gain a greater appreciation of the skill level and work involved in investigations and inspections.
What You'll Learn
The program contains ten modules pertaining to regulatory investigations:
- 01Professional Conduct
- 02Principles of Administrative Law
- 03Investigative Process
- 04Principles of Evidence
- 05Evidence Collection, Tagging, and Storage
- 06Interviewing Techniques
- 07Investigator Safety
- 08Overview of Inspections and Inspection Procedures
- 09Report Writing
- 10Testifying in Administrative and Criminal Proceedings
Program Delivery
CLEAR is committed to providing high-quality training and services to regulators. The NCIT Basic program is available both online and in-person — attendees have access to the same highly-rated training program regardless of the delivery method they choose.
In-Person
Delivered over three days as hands-on training and certification. Attendees work together through the modules with an instructor. At the end of the third day, an exam is administered onsite by CLEAR Staff.
Online
A hybrid approach using synchronous and asynchronous training. The course consists of six self-paced modules plus four live instructor-led sessions, culminating in a proctored online exam conducted in the CLEAR Learning portal.
Participant Guides
CLEAR uses eBooks for all of our NCIT programs, reflecting our commitment to green initiatives and sustainability. By opting for digital formats, we significantly reduce our environmental footprint, saving trees and minimizing the resources required for printing, shipping, and pulping. This choice not only aligns with our dedication to eco-friendly practices but also enhances accessibility and convenience for our participants.
Certification
NCIT Basic Final Exam
The NCIT Basic Final Exam is taken at the end of the training program, whether you attend online or in person. Expand each section below for details.
Exams for online participants are accessible through the CLEAR Learning portal. The exam will be made available at the conclusion of the final live virtual session. Attendees will have two weeks from the end of the program to complete the exam. Please note that the exam is proctored virtually in real time to ensure integrity and security.
For those attending an NCIT Basic program in person, a CLEAR Staff member will administer your exam on-site at the end of the three-day program. This test is conducted through the CLEAR Learning portal. Please note that the exam is proctored virtually in real time to ensure integrity and security. Attendees are required to provide their own computer or tablet with a forward-facing camera for testing purposes.
Whether attending the NCIT Basic program online or in-person, a computer or tablet with a working, front-facing camera is required in order to take the exam. For more information about our online test proctoring procedures, please visit integrityadvocate.com/what-to-expect/clear-learning.
Current Offerings
Find an Upcoming NCIT Basic Program
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