PPIAC Presents · Two-Day Certification SeminarThe Component Methodof Criminal Defense Investigation & Case Management
With Brandon Perron — Criminal Defense Investigation Training Council (CDITC)
Earn the CDITC Criminal Defense Specialist credential in two days — and open the door to the board-certified CCDI.
A two-minute overview of the program
Brandon Perron developed the Component Method and authored Uncovering Reasonable Doubt: The Component Method, the foundational text on defense-focused criminal investigation. Through the Criminal Defense Investigation Training Council, he has trained investigators across the country in a disciplined, repeatable approach to building and managing the defense case.
This seminar distills that methodology into two days of hands-on instruction — the same curriculum behind the CDITC certification.
A complete framework for the defense investigation
This intensive, two-day course brings the comprehensive Component Method of Criminal Defense Investigation & Case Management certification program to the Professional Private Investigators Association of Colorado. Over two full days, you'll work through a structured, repeatable method for organizing and advancing the defense investigation from intake through resolution.
Successful completion of the program and the follow-up online examination results in the CDITC designation as a Criminal Defense Specialist — and satisfies the academic requirement to apply for the advanced designation of Board Certified Criminal Defense Investigator (CCDI).
Your path to certification
Two full days of comprehensive Component Method training.
Online testing after the seminar earns the Criminal Defense Specialist designation.
Meets the academic requirement to apply for Board Certified Criminal Defense Investigator.
A credential recognized in the field — not just a certificate of attendance. Certification details are provided during the class.
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Best rate
Testing & certification fees — waived
For a limited time after this seminar, the $275 testing and certification fees are included at no cost.
Every seat includes the course text
“Uncovering Reasonable Doubt: The Component Method” is required to pass the certification exam — and it's included with your registration. Payment is due at the time of registration.
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Sheraton Denver West Hotel
Lakewood, CO 80228
Just 15 minutes west of downtown Denver — easy to reach for local and visiting investigators alike.
A light breakfast and coffee are provided each morning. Seating is limited and offered first come, first served.
Book by September 7, 2026 to lock in the rate. Use booking code:
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Registration is first come, first served, and payment is due at the time of registration.
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