Police forensics is an exciting and rewarding career! Be responsible for locating, isolating, collecting, analyzing, comparing and identifying crime scene evidence (primarily in a lab) and testifying in court as an expert witness. Background usually includes an emphasis in Criminal Justice and/or Forensic Science.
Education Requirements:
A high school equivalency diploma is the minimum requirement, though an undergraduate degree in Criminology or Forensic Science is strongly recommended. Knowledge and experience in the classification and positive identification of fingerprints through the use of an automated fingerprint identification system is also an asset.
Job Prospects:
“Forensic science technicians" were listed as one of the fastest growing U.S. occupations in 2004, with numbers nationwide expected to jump 33% by 2014. Contact agencies in the geographical area in which you wish to work and find out their minimum requirements and how often they have job openings. You can work in either the public or private sector.
Earning Power:
Average annual salary for a Canadian Forensic Specialist can range from $45,792 to $58,476.
