About the qualification
Qualification Number: 610/6096/3
Operational Start Date: 1st August 2025
Total Qualification Time: 200 hours
Guided Learning: 140 hours
What are the objectives for the Level 4 Certificate in Internet Research and Investigation Qualification?
The objective of this qualification is to equip professionals in investigative roles with the knowledge, skills, and tools required to conduct secure, ethical, and effective online investigations.
The qualification provides learners with a thorough understanding of internet research principles and the essential practical skills needed for carrying out online investigative work. The qualification also emphasises digital security and compliance with data protection regulations, ensuring learners are well-prepared to operate within legal and ethical boundaries in digital environments.
It is particularly suited to individuals working in law enforcement, intelligence, cybersecurity, private investigation, corporate research, and roles involving due diligence, vetting, and know your customer/client checks.
What are the pre-entry requirements for the Level 4 Certificate in Internet Research and Investigation Qualification?
There are no pre-entry requirements for this qualification. However centres must ensure that learners are able to complete this qualification, for example, through completing a skills scan to ensure they can work at the appropriate level.
For more information, download the Qualification Handbook here:
Qualification Handbook