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Pre-Licensing Handbook

Georgia Private Detective

by Dr. Nicholas Cooley, PhD

About The Book

This book is the State of Georgia–approved 70-Hour Private Detective Pre-Licensing Course, developed to prepare individuals for licensure and professional practice as a Private Detective in the State of Georgia.

Designed for both new applicants and working investigators, this publication may be used as a stand-alone instructional guide or as a long-term professional reference. It includes practice test questions modeled after those commonly encountered on the final examination, helping students evaluate their knowledge and readiness.

Authored by Dr. Nicholas Cooley, a licensed Georgia instructor and the owner of Bulldog Training Academy & Consultants, this book reflects extensive real-world investigative experience combined with structured, compliance-focused instruction. The complete 70-Hour Georgia Private Detective Course is available online at www.bulldogtrainingacademy.net.

The scope, depth, and instructional tools contained in this book meet and exceed the minimum training standards required by the State of Georgia, providing readers with a strong foundation in investigative principles, legal compliance, and ethical practice.

Bulldog Security Publications

Nicholas Cooley, PhD, is a nationally recognized security-industry educator, consultant, and author specializing in private security, private investigations, and professional firearms training.

Dr. Nicholas Cooley, PhD, is a nationally recognized security-industry educator, consultant, and author specializing in private security, private investigations, and professional firearms training. He is the owner of Bulldog Training Academy & Consultants and has decades of experience developing compliant, real-world training programs for security officers, supervisors, and investigators.