Career questions tagged criminal-investigations
Is a double major in Accounting and Criminology and good combination for becoming a Special Agent for the FBI?
This is the degree path I am currently thinking about and I just wanted to make sure that I am headed in the right direction.
What skills are the most valuable in order to become a Crime Scene Investigator?
I am a 17 year old Senior In High School and with graduation right around the corner It is now the time to focus on my career. I know I want to go into the field of Law Enforcement however I do not want to have to go through the police academy. I've taken college courses and classes that focus on Forensics and Criminal Procedures which has led me to want to become a CSI but what do I need to obtain in order to achieve that goal.
How could I get into a forensics role with police departments after college?
How could I get into a forensics role with police departments after college? Coming from a data analytics background, I would like to pursue investigative forensics to assist police cases. Is this possible through school or is police academy required before any type of forensics position?
What are tips or advice you would give someone who is entering CSI?
additional questions I have are, what are your experiences working in crime scene investigation? What are some difficulties you may find yourself going through when investigating a scene?
What is a useful minor to pair with a criminal justice major?
I love the idea of working in an investigative field, so considering my interests in the law, the US Government systems, and the sciences, what should I choose to be my minor?
Is a criminal profiler a real job and if so, is it only in the FBI?
I learned about the criminal profiler career and it inspired me to want to become one. Is it a real job? I've gotten mixed responses before so I'm uncertain. If it is real though, is it only a job in the FBI or can I be a criminal profiler outside of the FBI?
If I want to get into crime scene investigation or something g similar in the future, what should I study or prepare for?
I'm currently in 8th grade and have developed an interest in things related to crime. I often find myself writing out scenes and wondering how they could be solved, which has led me to my interest in this career path. I was just wondering what I'd need to study or what I should be prepared to see if I do end up going for this path?
How did you decide what you wanted to do with your degree?
I'm majoring in criminal justice but am still undecided on what I should do with my future profession. I've considered investigations, policework/FBI, something in a lab... There's just so much! How did you decide what you wanted to do with your degree? #Fall25
Should I pursue a career in Forensics if it is largely considered to be unscientific?
Hello, I am a freshman in community college, and I've been recently more intrigued in pursuing Forensics in school and as a career choice. I was feeling pretty good about it, but then after doing some more research online, it seems to be that most of what makes up Forensics is quite unreliable when it comes to actually applying science to criminal justice. Such as DNA analysis being unreliable, ballistics and things like threads from clothing being unreliable. I haven't looked much deeper into the reasoning for these claims yet, but I will say that they make me feel quite discouraged from pursuing a career that took a lot of thought to decide on. I still have time to change direction, but I would love to hear any possible advice about the validity of claims like this, and what I should maybe do going forward. Thank you in advance!
When it is a typical day at work being a detective and criminal investigator (when you wake up, how do you get to work, what are your responsibilities at work, when you go home, etc.)?
This question is for my family and community class,is a project and I need help
How can you decide between pursuing criminal analyst or forensic psychology as a career path when you are interested in both and mainly criminology.
I’m confused about my career path. I know I want to pursue a Bachelor’s in Criminology, but I’m unsure which job to aim for. I’m deeply interested in analyzing criminal patterns and traces, which makes me want to become a Criminal Analyst and eventually a Homicide Detective. At the same time, I’m equally passionate about Forensic Psychology. I want to choose a career that aligns closely with my interests.
What College would one suggest for a warm-blooded forensic junkie?
Hi! I'm a high-schooler looking for good colleges in the warmer states to major in CSI forensic and criminal investigation, have any suggestions?
As an undergrad student interested in pursuing something in the criminal justice field, what internships would I benefit most from?
I am currently a student at Solano Community College graduating with my AA in criminal justice in August. I am transferring to Sacramento State University in the fall, majoring in criminal justice as well and possibly psychology or sociology. I am most interested in job related fields such as criminal law, forensics, criminal investigation, etc. I have volunteered and shadowed in courthouses before while in high school, but I would love to further explore my passion for the justice system while I continue my academic journey.
If I want to become a detective or criminal investigator, what steps must I take to become one?
specifically, I mean what degrees, majors, schooling, job experience, etc.. I am a high school student trying to learn more about this career for a project, but also because I'd like to pursue this career after school.
Being a criminal investigator or a detective, what are the best and worst things about working in your field? Why?
I am a sophomore in high school, and I need some information for a career project, but this is also the career I'd like to pursue after school.
Entry level jobs for criminal justice associates degree?
What path can I start with an associates degree in criminal justice? I’m having a hard time everything asks for bachelors or experience. I was initially looking at background screenings or records clerk.
Before becoming a criminal profiler you have to work in law enforcement, do you have to be a police officer or can I be something else?
Criminal profilers require time in law enforcement beforehand. Do you have to be a police officer, or is there another job that can fulfill that requirement? I never had in mind being a police officer, so I was hoping there were other jobs in that field.
"What are the most important skills and experiences you would recommend someone develop if they want to become a district attorney"?
"I'm really interested in becoming a district attorney one day and am currently exploring ways to prepare for that career. Since I'm still early in my journey, I'm curious to know what are the most important skills and experiences you think are essential for someone pursuing this path? I want to make sure I'm focusing on the right areas to prepare myself for a role in law enforcement and prosecution."
How can I find a scholarship to study crime investigation?
I am seeking a scholarship, especially fully funded. l did A level in business studies, economics and geography. My dream is to study the crime investigating department, which is law reinforcement. I'm located in Zimbabwe. *Note: This question is asked anonymously by a student.
I'm choosing something related to office admin or something along the lines of P.I. or detective
What are three important things I should know about this job (e.g working conditions typical schedule rewards and challenges including those for people new to the job) What are the steps that you recommend I take to prepare to enter this field?
what does it take to become a crime-investigator and what are the other jobs that are like this?
? im a 15-year-old girl who always has, and I mean always been interested in crime documentation and investigations, but I don't know how I would start it honestly. I know I would never want to be a police officer because Im kind of scared of them based on the past and the salary, I know it would take time but what would I do even to start this? I would love to help people get closure and be an investigator but it seems to me that it's police work first I'm just so confused about how I feel about this. what do I need for college credits? where would I even go?
What should I do to get to my end goal?
My end goal is to become a criminal behavior analyst or a Criminal Investigator. I currently am in school earning a bachelor’s in Criminology and Behavioral Healthcare. With an Associates in Criminal Justice already. I was wondering if getting a job as a CPI ( child protective investigations will help me land a job in behavior analysis or criminal investigations easier ?
How do you proceed a case if the victims won’t give you any evidence or information?
How do you get your client to share the information you need to win the case
How do I know if I'm cut out for my dream job?
I've always loved criminal psychology. The real life one and the shows. How do I know if I'm cut out to be around criminals all day? What are the biggest challenges to doing this?
Which degree(s) will I need to go into the criminal psychology/criminology field?
There are a lot of different degrees regarding this field and I’m not sure what or which colleges and degrees to look at. It would be helpful if I could get suggestions as to which colleges/universities and degrees to look further into.
What is the typical day in the life of an investigative journalist?
I am a sophomore in high school; I want to become an investigative journalist. I am currently interning at a non-profit where I report on topics such as poverty, poverty alleviation and other worldly issues, but I really want to get a feel for "digging" up stories that could possibly make a greater impact. What would this look like and how does this look like for you?
Studying Psychology in college
What are good college majors to get jobs in psychology?
What do you need to graduate with in order to study criminology?
Ive been doing really great lately in all my classes! Ive been enjoying taking geometry lately and I wanna study criminology one day after highscool.
Federal Government or Investigator/ College
What college courses should I be taking to work for the federal government as an agent or investigator?
How do events affect the amount of pay(if they do so)?
If one week is less eventful than the other and less work needs to be done, does it affect the amount of pay an investigator receives?