About PICA

At PICA, we’re passionate about professional investigation training. We provide nationally recognised courses, flexible online learning, and expert support to help you build a successful career in the field.

Professional Investigators
College of Australasia

Professional Investigators College of Australasia (PICA) is a leading Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO 40789), established in 2013 and regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). Our reach extends across Australia and into Asia, delivering high quality, accredited training and specialised corporate programs.

Our team of subject matter experts and industry professionals are among the most skilled, engaging, and experienced in the field. At PICA, we don’t just teach, we lead by example. What sets us apart is that we’re not just trainers, we’re experienced investigators who mentor and guide our students throughout their learning journey.

The investigation profession spans private, government, and corporate sectors. Whether it’s fraud, misconduct, safety, or HR, investigation is a critical skill set for modern organisations. If you’re looking to build capability, personally or organisationally, you’re in the right place.

Our Vision

Our vision for PICA is to be the leader in Investigative training in Australia and throughout Asia. Our driving force is to provide the best training for individuals to reach their goals, and build the investigative capability of corporate and government agencies.

Our Mission

Professional Investigators College of Australasia’s mission is to create clear and practical pathways for your career by utilising straightforward technology with support and guidance from our industry experts and trainers.

Our Goals

Our goal is to deliver training that reflects our core values which are commitment, respect, excellence, accountability and diversity while building professional capability and encouraging ethical practice.

Meet the Experts Behind the Training

Our trainers aren’t just educators, they’re seasoned investigators, compliance professionals and industry leaders who bring real-world experience, insight and mentorship to every course that Professional Investigators College of Australasia delivers.

Amanda Paton

CEO/Director

Gregory Lamey

Associate

Mark Woods

Associate

Kerri Baxter

RPL Officer

Gillian Meyers

Trainer and Assessor

Lara Farnan

Trainer and Assessor

Glen Santos

Student Support & Enrolments Officer

Gain the qualifications you need to become a qualified and licensed private investigator with our online Certificate courses.

We offer a range of online Short Courses at PICA to support to build a wide range of skills in both the field and the workplace.

At PICA, we also provide tailored training solutions that are designed to meet the specific needs of your staff or team.

Certificate Courses

Gain the qualifications you need to become a licensed private investigator with our Certificate III and Certificate IV courses. All courses are online, with expert support every step of the way.

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Short Courses

Learn Skip Tracing, Investigative Interviewing, Information Gathering skills and much through our online Short Courses at the Professional Investigators College of Australasia (PICA).

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