Crime Scene Investigator
A Crime Scene Investigator gather facts and collect evidence for criminal cases. Some are assigned to interagency task forces to combat specific types of crime. They conduct interviews, examine records, observe the activities of suspects, and participate in raids or arrests. Detectives and State and Federal agents and inspectors usually specialize in investigating one of a wide variety of violations, such as homicide or fraud. They are assigned cases on a rotating basis and work on them until an arrest and conviction occurs or until the case is dropped.
Criminal Justice School Spotlight
Kaplan University Online offers their Crime Scene Technician Certificate in a friendly online environment Students can attend class anytime, anywhere, 24/7. No campus attendance is ever required.
Law enforcement agencies are encouraging Crime Scene Investigator applicants to take postsecondary school training in law enforcement-related subjects. Many entry-level applicants for law enforcement jobs have completed some formal postsecondary education, and a significant number are college graduates.
The following schools offer criminal justice degrees which can help you gain the skills to become an Crime Scene Investigator. We recommend getting information from several colleges so you can compare the programs, costs, time commitments and financial aid options.
Advanced Start B.S. in Criminal Justice/Crime Scene Investigation
Kaplan University - Learn about the practices and tools used to analyze and measure crime and explore the processes of psychological profiling, crime mapping, and intelligence gathering. This emphasis area focuses on the skills and techniques essential to crime analysis. [ Request Information ]
Advanced Start B.S. in Criminal Justice/Crime Scene Investigation
Kaplan University - Learn about the practices and tools used to analyze and measure crime and explore the processes of psychological profiling, crime mapping, and intelligence gathering. This emphasis area focuses on the skills and techniques essential to crime analysis. [ Request Information ]
Associate of Science in Criminal Investigations
Everest University Online - Graduates may pursue careers as independent forensic science consultants, fingerprint technicians, print examiners, forensic investigators, evidence technicians, or in private investigation. [ Request Information ]
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