In seeking and maintaining the F C I designation the investigator is making a commitment to be among the best in the profession and to continue their education. F C I investigators are making a statement to the public and their clients that they are committed to maintaining high standards for themselves and the profession. F C I investigators have worked hard to achieve experience and reputations for excellence and continue with these efforts through the Continued Education Requirements of the program. The designation of F C I is a much sought certification that the public can have faith in and the investigator can market either to client or employer.  

The FCI certification program concentrates on the fields of :

• Professional Conduct & Ethics.
• Investigative Legal Issues
• Investigative Techniques
• Statutory Compliance

The FCI certification is obtained through the demonstration of:

• A minimum of three years of practical investigative experience with at least one of those years as a Florida licensed investigator or in-house investigator not requiring licensure
• Three professional letters of recommendation attesting to the investigative ability and suitability for certification
• Successful completion of a written competency examination

The FCI certification is maintained by attending a minimum of twenty hours of continuing education every two years.