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PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR License in Tennessee

Quick Answer

To obtain a PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR in Tennessee, review the requirements from (No board is specified to oversee the license).

Background Check
Required

Requirements

PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR license in Tennessee

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Education
Specific course required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Background Check
Background check required
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
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Licensing Agency

(No board is specified to oversee the license)

PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR Salary in Tennessee

Entry Level

$37,150

Median

$46,560

Experienced

$105,140

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR in Tennessee.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Specific course required

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    Background check required

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.