Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) Certification
Proof of Excellence
The Professional Certified Investigator (PCI®) credential is a powerful career development tool that validates your specialized capabilities. By earning your PCI, security professionals worldwide will recognize your mastery of investigative techniques, case management, and presentation. Start your certification journey today.
Provide Evidence of Your Abilities
Make the case for your investigative expertise by adding the Professional Certified Investigator designation to your resume. With your skill set, you give your organization an edge against threats; with the PCI, you give your career an edge over the competition.
ASIS Dubai Chapter Support
At ASIS Dubai Chapter 250, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your PCI certification. We offer regular study sessions and resources to support your preparation process. Our experienced chapter members, who hold the PCI certification, facilitate these sessions to ensure you receive the best guidance and assistance.
Watch this video to learn more about each certification and what you need to get started – and check out our step-by-step application guide.
What it takes to earn the PCI®
Who it is for
Investigators with three to five years of investigations experience, including at least two years in case management.
- Full-time employment in a security-related role
- Agreement to the ASIS Certification Code of Conduct
- No conviction that would reflect negatively on the profession
What the exam covers
- Professional responsibility
- Investigative techniques and procedures
- Case presentation
The exam is experience-based: questions test how you apply knowledge, not memorisation. Testing is at a test centre or remotely proctored, if approved.
12 of our members already hold the PCI®
Our certified members run the chapter's study groups and share how they prepared. Tell us you are preparing and we will connect you with the next study group and a certified mentor.
From decision to certification in five steps
- Self-assessCheck your experience against the eligibility rules and the ASIS self-assessment guide.
- Join ASISMembers get discounted application fees and free eBook standards.
- Study with usJoin a Dubai Chapter study group and use the official reference set.
- Apply and bookApply online with ASIS, then book a test centre or remote exam.
- Stay certifiedEarn 60 CPE hours every three years. Chapter events count.
Common questions
Do I need to be an ASIS member to apply?
No, but members pay a lower application fee and get free eBook versions of the ASIS Standards & Guidelines used in the reference set. See membership.
Can I take the exam from Dubai?
Yes. ASIS offers testing at test centres or by remote proctoring, if approved. Details and fees are in the ASIS Certification Handbook.
How do I keep my PCI® active?
Complete 60 continuing professional education (CPE) hours in each three-year cycle, linked to the domains of your exam. See the ASIS recertification page.
How can the chapter help me prepare?
We run study groups led by certified members, share study resources and pair candidates with mentors. Contact us to join the next group.
Eligibility and exam facts summarised from ASIS International, November 2026. The official requirements are on the ASIS website and in the Certification Handbook.