Where do forensic science technicians work?
Forensic scientists generally work for state, federal or private crime laboratories. They may also work for medical examiners offices, hospitals, universities, toxicology laboratories, police departments, medical examiner/coroner offices, or as independent forensic science consultants. What kind of training will I need to become a forensic science technician? At minimum, youll need a four-year bachelor’s degree in the biological or physical sciences or in forensic technology to work in the field. Most programs offer subspecialty areas of forensic study such as criminalistics, pathology, or toxicology. Many forensic scientists have masters or doctorate degrees in their area of specialty. To gain experience, you may want to volunteer in a crime or toxicology laboratory or at a medical examiners facility. What are the licensing or certification requirements for a forensic science technician? While there are no mandatory licensing requirements, most forensic scientists receive certificatio
