This exciting online program, in partnership with The Center for Legal Studies (CLS) by Barbri, is designed to teach legal investigation to those interested in pursuing a new career and those presently working in the legal field. Upon completion of the course, students will be qualified to assist attorneys, paralegals, insurance companies and private businesses, as well as state and federal government agencies, in the process of civil and criminal investigation. Students will also learn how to establish a freelance investigation business. Topics covered within the program include arson investigation, product liability investigation, personal injury and traffic accident forensics, employment accidents, investigation of financial and equity matters, professional malpractice and negligence, skip-tracing, and the role of a legal investigator in preparing for civil and criminal litigation.

4.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be provided upon request as a permanent record of one’s attendance, if requested by the last class meeting.

This program is presented in partnership with a third-party provider (Center for Legal Studies by Babri) and is not taught by California State University, Long Beach faculty. The course is not offered for academic credit and is not degree-eligible. If you are currently enrolled, pursuing a degree at CSULB, and are interested in the Legal Studies Certificate Program offered by the Department of Political Science, please go to Legal Studies Certificate – Political Science.