Untying the Knot: A Guide to Investigating Troubled Relationships



An in-depth approach to investigating infidelity cases.

6 CE HR(S)

Accepted for CE in:

Presented By:

Bill Mitchell

$130.00

About this Course

Course Description:

Infidelity investigations can be some of the most dangerous assignments of all investigations conducted by private investigators. They are a necessary and major source of business for investigators around the globe. This course was created by successful and veteran private investigator, Bill Mitchell, who has solved in excess of two thousand infidelity cases. While written to reach the many victims of infidelity, this course provides valuable knowledge ideal for individuals, private investigators, attorneys, paralegals, clergy, educators, social workers, therapists, and counselors.

Learning Objectives

  • Train new recruits, newly licensed investigators, and legal staff.
  • Improve techniques and strategies eliminating commonly made mistakes.
  • Improve successes with assignments and quickly improve results.
  • Give away and create a sense of “good will” with lawyers and clientele.
  • Understand the complexities of handling domestic relations cases.
  • Gain a better appreciation for victims who need support and sound advice.
  • Avoid common pitfalls in family law cases.
  • Grow family law investigations and reputation for excellence.
  • Improve client relations, expectations and get them closure.

Course Outline

  • Webinar: The course begins with a pre-recorded one-hour webinar taught by Hal Humphreys and veteran investigator Bill Mitchell. (After the webinar, the remainder of the course is reading-based materials written and shared from Mitchell’s decades of experience handling infidelity and domestic cases.)
  • Introduction
  • Vulnerable Relationships
  • Eight Signs of Adultery
  • Where It All Begins
  • Do They Rendezvous
  • Get the Proof (evidence-gathering techniques and documentation)
  • Hiring a Private Investigator (includes a downloadable guide you can share with clients)
  • Assignment: Read “A Culture of Infidelity” by Hal Humphreys
  • Video/Article: Private investigator shares tips on catching cheating spouses
  • Ten Steps to Rebuild the Future
  • Assignment: Read “Garbology 101”
  • Assignment: Listen to podcast “Connections”
  • A Final Word

Quiz/Assessment

Format & Key Features of this Course:

  • Six hours of practical, engaging instruction delivered through a blended format that includes assigned readings, and a fantastic pre-recorded webinar.
  • Content authored by experts in their field
  • Quiz/assessment (unlimited attempts)
  • Certificate of completion
  • Online access for 6 months from the date of purchase

6 CE HR(S)

Accepted for CE Credit in:

AL, GA, IA, IL, KS, KY, MO, MN, NC, NM, OK, OR, SC, TN, TX

GA Training Instructor License No: CLTR001024 (duly licensed and facilitated by the Director of Instruction, Thomas H. Humphreys)
MN Board Course Approval No.: CPD-388
MO Board Course Approval No.: 00092
NC PPSB Course Approval No.: PPSB-18-501
OK CLEET Course Catalog No.:  PS24-0123
TX PI CE School License No: Y00170 (d/b/a PIEDUCATION.COM)

North Carolina disclaimer: A maximum of 6 CE hours may be obtained from online, asynchronous courses per renewal period.

Oklahoma required disclaimer:This class has been cataloged by the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training for 6 hours of mandatory continuing education credit. Regarding any law enforcement concepts, practices, methods, techniques, products, or devices as might be taught, promoted, or otherwise espoused in outside schools or seminars, there is no intent, expressed or implied, that listing the course in the CLEET Course Catalog indicates or in any way conveys ‘CLEET approval’ of such concepts, practices, methods, techniques, products, or devices, unless such approval is explicitly stated by CLEET.

Course Format: This is an online, on-demand course with no scheduled login times. Participation and time spent are tracked through the learning platform, and active engagement is required for completion. Questions may be submitted by email.

Beginner Level: Whether you are just starting our or looking for a structured refresher, this beginner-level course is designed to give investigators a strong foundation and sharpen their skills with clarity and confidence.

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