nature of work
Forensic science technicians aid criminal investigations by collecting and analyzing evidence. Many technicians specialize in either crime scene investigation or laboratory analysis. Most forensic science technicians spend some time writing reports. The duties they have to follow are
Training, Qualifications and Advancement
The education needed for the career of forensic science technicians is at least a bachelor’s degree in a natural science, such as chemistry or biology, or in forensic science. On-the-job training generally is required for both those who investigate crime scenes and those who work in labs. The training that they go through is Moderate-term on-the-job training.
Training, Qualifications and Advancement
The education needed for the career of forensic science technicians is at least a bachelor’s degree in a natural science, such as chemistry or biology, or in forensic science. On-the-job training generally is required for both those who investigate crime scenes and those who work in labs. The training that they go through is Moderate-term on-the-job training.
Employment
You have to be able to be really responsible and think outside the box and be determined.
Job Outlook
The job outlook rate on 2014 was 27% (Much faster than average. There is a need for this job because there is always going to be crime and families are always going to want justice.
Earnings
The median annual wage for forensic science technicians was $56,320 in May 2015.The lowest 10 percent earned less than $34,000, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $94,410.
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