What is the CPFI Program?

The Certified ParaNexus Field Investigator Program was developed to enable a network of trained individuals to investigate anomalous phenomena as well as to assist clients who are experiencing severe, disturbing, or frightening paranormal activity primarily involving parapsychology / hauntings, psychic phenomena, UFO sightings, and alien abductions. “Certified ParaNexus Field Investigator” (CPFI) is a designation given to qualifying independent paranormal researchers who take a serious and professional approach in helping clients to resolve paranormal activity as well as in conducting anomalous research. Field Investigators may focus on Parapsychology / Hauntings or UFOs/Abductions or both. ParaNexus CPFI’s are given priority to client referrals. No fee is required to become a CPFI.

How does the CPFI Program work?

When ParaNexus receives an investigation request via this website, the case will be assigned to the nearest Field Investigator geographically. The CPFI then contacts the client/witness and arranges for an investigation. CPFI's may use members of their established research group on the investigation (an established team is not required). Once the investigation has been done, the CPFI then posts the case report to the ParaNexus Registry (using a special CPFI Admin section) along with any photo/audio/video files obtained. The case information then becomes part of the Registry database (confidential client information will not be made public).

What qualifications are required for Field Investigators?

Since CPFI's represent ParaNexus, we are looking for individuals who have demonstrated competence in conducting paranormal investigations and who desire to make meaningful contributions to the paranormal field. Investigation experience is not as important as people skills, analytical ability, and being down-to-earth (grounded). Field Investigators must assist clients in an unbiased, logical, scientific, and professional manner. CPFI’s must be dedicated to investigating paranormal issues by interviewing witnesses and those affected in an attempt to discover the truth behind the events. CPFI’s attempt to resolve paranormal events whenever possible as well as provide comfort, understanding, coaching, and resolution to those being affected as required.

While special skills and academic training are not necessary for you to apply, those with specialties are especially encouraged to apply. Desired fields of education include (but are not limited to):

Psychologists • Counselors • Hypnotherapists • Medical Doctors • Physicists • Forensic Investigators • Forensic Lab Scientists/Technicians • DNA Researchers • Metallurgists • Astronomers • Astrobiologists • Mathematicians • Other Scientific Disciplines • Those with Military Intelligence experience • Psi Researchers • Astronauts • Police Officers • Detectives • Pilots including Airline Pilots • Air Traffic Controllers • Computer Specialists • Photo Specialists • Audio Specialists • Video Specialists • Real Live Human Beings

We are looking for individuals who bring their own uniqueness to the anomalous field and who are in a life-position to handle occasional investigations. The frequency of assignments will depend on how many requests come to us for your area. We expect investigation requests to gradually increase while ParaNexus becomes better known to the public as well as the paranormal community, however, no CPFI's will ever be overloaded with cases.

Individuals who desire to become CPFI's must also be

• Qualifying individuals must be of sound and balanced mind, possess good moral character, demonstrate common sense and rational thinking absent of preconceived notions, free from religious or  unreasonable scientific bias, and maintain a serious and professional disposition.

• All applicants must be active and current ParaNexus members (dues paid) for at least six months (this can be waived in some cases), must have Certified Member status, must apply for CPFI status, and then be screened by ParaNexus administration. A background check will be performed. "Active member" means someone who is reasonably and regularly involved with ParaNexus including actively posting in the forums.

• Qualifying individuals must be at least 21 years old.

• No one who has been convicted of a crime or received a DUI may become a CPFI.

• Qualifying individuals must be ParaNexus CPI certified for Parapsychology / Haunting investigations, or ParaNexus CUFI certified for UFO / Abduction investigations (the CUFI course is under development. You may still apply but will need to complete the CUFI Course within 30 days of release). CPI designations from non-ParaNexus courses do not qualify for CPFI status. Individuals must take continuing education every year to maintain CPFI status. Approved CE courses will be available at ParaNexus Academy.

• Field Investigators may focus on Parapsychology/Hauntings or UFOs/Abductions or both. This can be amended later.

• Qualifying individuals are not required to be part of an established research group. However, some cases may require the presence of a second CPFI or other competent investigator.

• Approved applicants must use an email address from a proper domain (e.g., "you@yourdomain.com"). Email accounts from AOL, Yahoo, Hotmail, and Gmail are notorious for sending legitimate emails to the spam folder which means you may not receive our emails. Website hosting and emails are included in ParaNexus memberships. Having a proper email address will ensure that our case assignment emails are received and will make you look even more professional to clients!

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What are the benefits of becoming a Certified Field Investigator?

Becoming a CPFI will expose you to enhanced opportunities to investigate, contribute, and learn more about the field of anomalous research. We regard our CPFI's as being at the highest member level in our organization; becoming a CPFI carries a certain degree of prestige and status because we do not accept everyone who applies. CPFI's also receive a special Certificate of Membership and ID badge.

ParaNexus is dedicated to helping our CPFI's succeed, therefore, you will have occasional opportunities not offered to other members, including reduced rates at our Conferences, and further training. CPFI's also enjoy a private forum section on ParaNexus.org to discuss issues relevant to assigned investigations as well as to receive assistance when necessary. CPFI's can also receive assistance from ParaNexus Admin and Staff if required. As a CPFI, you won't be alone; you'll have others to help and support you! CPFI's are also given priority for publishing articles and research on the website, newsletter, and other areas.

There are also opportunities for advancement such as becoming a CPFI Regional Director or Assistant Director. CPFI's are also given priority for ParaNexus Staff positions as they become available.

We invite you to consider joining the ParaNexus Vision and becoming a CPFI! We want to be among the very best investigative organizations on the planet, but we need professional and serious researchers like you to accomplish this. Becoming a CPFI is an opportunity to join other professional researchers in the quest for answers to the mysteries of our existence and the human condition. It is an enhanced opportunity for you to share your expertise, your knowledge, your wisdom, and your insight, and to gain the same from other researchers!

How do I become a Certified Field Investigator?

First, please read the CIPRIS International Standards carefully, for these standards comprise the foundation of the CPFI Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Once done, fill out the CPFI Application.

Once the application has been submitted, we will contact you by email within 48 hours to inform you of our preliminary decision. If we wish to move forward with your application, we will schedule a Skype or online video interview to further discuss your application. Once completed, we will inform you of our decision. Please understand that this process is simply to ensure the high quality of our CPFI's. If approved, you will receive an e-copy of the CPFI SOP which expands upon the CIPRIS International Standards.

We look forward to receiving your application and adding you to the ranks as a Certified ParaNexus Field Investigator!

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