Do you have what it takes to be a private investigator? Are you discreet, methodical, able to avoid detection while conducting surveillance?

Our Private Investigation course provides students with an excellent foundation for career success, teaching each of the essential branches of private investigation, as well as employment orientation and career preparation. More >>

Would you rather learn the police foundations from a law enforcement-specialist career college or a business college?

CSPIS's Police Foundations program may give an edge even over other police foundations programs from business career colleges. Our strong emphasis on all elements of law enforcement serves as a preparation for candidates wishing to continue on this career path at the municipal, provincial or federal level. More>>

Ten Reasons Why CSPIS Is Your Best Career Choice

CSPIS is unique. It is the original and still number 1 choice in Canada for training in private investigation and security. We’ve been training people just like you for over 30 years.

Here are ten reasons why CSPIS could be right for you. It’s your future.

Not just the basics—learn what is important for your future

Our advanced, intensive programs, designed by working professionals of high standing in the industry, are your assurance of relatively higher career prospects and compensation as your career progresses. Our teachers are experts in their fields—investigation, security or law. Their practical experience, professional skills and knowledge make for a stimulating learning environment and ensure that you learn what you really need to succeed.

History and reputation you can trust

CSPIS is the oldest established private investigation facility in Ontario, training thousands of successful new professionals since 1980. You can trust our name and our reputation.

Courses developed in Canada make you employable

Our faculty designed, tested and refined our courses in Canada for the Canadian private law enforcement industry. You receive the most current and relevant material available, just what employers are looking for.

Industry pioneers understand what it takes to succeed

CSPIS pioneered the training methods in use within our industry, the best available. We are uniquely able to provide the courses and training options that will make your career a success.

State-of-the-art facilities enhance your learning experience

Our large campus is equipped with a full courtroom facility for realistic legal procedures training, a full dark room for legal photography training, as well as large, fully equipped classrooms. Everything you need to learn most effectively is here.

Course schedules let you plan your career entry with confidence

You start and finish your training according to your preferred schedule, so you can plan your career entry with confidence that you'll be ready—and on the fast track to success.


Long-term, dedicated instructors, so you get to know each other

Our instructors are permanent, long-term employees of CSPIS, and not "occasional" or "guest" lecturers. You get to know the people teaching you and they get to know you, and this helps you learn.

School management team active in investigation field so training is relevant

Our management team is involved in day-to-day operations within the investigation field. That means you learn relevant skills that are current and up-to-date.

Professional job-search helps you find work

We provide a professional job-search program upon graduation, so you get the support you need to jump-start your career. Our approach includes structured workshops as well as one-to-one guidance.

CSPIS training prepares you for government licence exam

All private investigators and security personnel in Ontario must now apply to the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services for a licence to practice in Ontario. You'll be ready!

Investigate your future in private law enforcement.