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12 years ago
I am currently a chemistry major, I am thinking about switching my major to criminology and minoring in chemistry.  I want go into forensics, but not spend all day in a lab.  I would like to do crime scene investigations... Please help!
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12 years ago
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12 years ago
The best route to becoming a crime scene investigator is to become involved with law enforcement. Although some police departments do hire civilian CSIs, most are looking for investigators with a policing background. To be qualified you would need at least an associate?s degree, however many police departments do require applicants to have a bachelor?s degree.

Requirements to become a crime scene investigator are agency specific, so it is important to contact the hiring employer to see what you can do to be better qualified for the job. In general, the more college education and experience you have, the more attractive you are to hiring police departments.

You should be well off with your criminology degree, and the minor in chemistry will definitely be beneficial. Try contacting a local police department and get some experience in the field by volunteering as an auxiliary officer. You will most likely need to attend a police academy, so acting as a volunteer can help you get your foot in the door.

Best of luck!
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