Career questions tagged forensics
Does working to get a dual or double major take up a lot of your free time?
I'm in high school currently. I am interested in both Criminology and Forensic Science and I haven't been able to find a major/career that incorporates both, so I am thinking of double or dual majoring.
how time consuming can being a CSI or forensic technician be?
asking all CSIs! how time consuming is being a CSI or a forensic technitions? the movies and TV shows (like the CSI series from the 2000s if anyone knows of that) seem to glamorize it a little and I was wondering what the real world version would be. When I'm older I would like to have two cats and I was wondering if I'd really have enough time to keep them healthy and play with them. I also don't know if this website reaches to different countries but I was wondering if anyone had any experience being a CSI in the UK? I want to move there when I'm older and would like to know more about it.
if I wanted to go into law enforcement and got snakebite piercings would taking those out before work be okay also if I dyed the underside of my hair or got tattoos in easily hideable areas would that be okay? ?
Just wondering because I would love to get more piercings, more specifically snakebites but based off the small amount of research I have done I know facial piercings are not allowed in law enforcement according to the dress code. would taking out piercings before work/on days I'm on duty be okay or would that not be tolerated? Also would I get in trouble if I had them in while off duty? say, hanging out with work friends? Also how does this rule apply to people in the forensic unit? I'm looking to get into law enforcement like being a homicide detective or have something to do with forensics like a CSI or something and I don't know if the rules change for those different things.
Are there careers that incorporate Forensic Science and Criminology in daily tasks?
My dream career would involve criminal profiling, investigating, crime scene investigation and forensic analysis all in one. I'm looking for a career that is as close to that as possible.
What courses and requirements do i need to be forensic scientist?
Im in grade ten my first year of high school. so im interested in being a forensic scientist. I want to work in crime labs analyzing data and such. I'm also interested in the psychology aspect of forensics. there is a joint Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science at MUN the college I'm interested in. I was wondering if I could be a Forensic Scientist with a major in criminology and a major in chemistry (bio). what high school courses id have to take to be able to go to college or university for this? I want to know what I exactly have to do and what courses to take to be a forensic scientist
how do i ask to interview someone/get someone to agree to an interview?
i'm in 8th grade and i'm doing a school project on forensic pathology. i really want to get a first-hand source by interviewing someone who works in the field, but i don't know how to approach asking someone. my biggest concern is that i'll come off as joking or not be taken seriously because of my age. how do i reach out to people to interview them and be taken seriously?
How should I decide what career path to follow?
There are multiple different things I want to study, but they’re all different from each other and I wont be able to use them all in whatever career I choose. How should I choose which one to study?
What are High School classes needed to become a crime scene cleaner ?
Anything would be helpful.
What are some possible career paths that I could take?
I am currently majoring in Anthropology (with a focus in biological anthropology) and in Mathematics. I like both subjects, but I’m more interested in anthropology. I’m trying to figure out career paths that could possibly combine these two. I also have an interest in forensic anthropology. I’m just not sure what to do with my life career wise so if anyone could give some advice that would be great.
What to do if I have no APs/Honors/Extracurriculars (a shy homeschooled Junior in HS who wants to pursue either becoming a lawyer or something in the forensic science area)?
I feel very behind and stressed because though I do make good grades, I know that I should have at least a few of these things but I don’t. I know the best way is for me to just do something about it but I’m not sure on how to go about it. I also feel stressed because I’m not 100% for sure which career path I should pursue: law or forensic science. I will take any advice. Do you think that it would be a good idea if I take any APs/Honors next year or will it be too late? I was thinking of taking dual enrollment next year and some CLEP exams this year. And, what extracurriculars should I do as of now, and for my senior year—ones that match the careers i want to do or a variety of different things that interest me? (sorry if i got off topic!!!) Thank you in advance because any help/advice will be appreciated!
Associates in Criminal Justice a waste of time if wanting to become a Forensic Anthropologist ?
Hello everyone. I want to become a Forensic Anthropologist and I know it's a lot of work and schooling which is fine. But I enrolled in a Community College recently to up my GPA from the last College I attended which was another Community College. I was okay with this plan until I 1) spoke with an advisor who wanted me to do an add on certificate, which I really don't believe I need. She also totally ignored the bigger picture of what I wanted to do by getting my PHD later on. 2) I realized after doing additional research that I merely need a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, plus my Master's and PHD to get into Forensic Anthropology. Making my current degree track in Criminal Justice useless? My question is should I get my associates in Criminal Justice? Would it be an asset to me later on? Or is it a massive waste of time and I should consider transferring after a year? Any advice would be great, thanks!
Should I get my masters in criminology or sociology?
I am graduating with a bachelors in Criminal Justice with concentration in Crime and Criminology this year.... and I am looking on going into my masters. I want to do something within forensic sociology - criminologist, detective, forensics things like that. I am wondering what would be better, a masters in sociology or masters in criminology? I have done research and it said either works but what would be best? I do have a minor in sociology (School wouldn't let me double major). I talked to a few of my professors and they also all said it doesn't really matter. I am also looking into getting a Ph.D but what I get that in will depend on what I get for my masters.
How can I find on-the-job training for forensic science?
I’m interested in working in the forensic science field, specifically as a crime scene investigator or a forensic biologist. I’m going to college in a small town with an average crime rate.
#spring23 In forensics, how do you know when to look into something or when to leave it alone or how to gage its significance?
I love forensics and I always get caught up in the details that don't really have significance in the case, but I'm not sure how to tell if a detail is significant in that particular matter.
What are some colleges that will help me get a degree in forensic scientist?
in California
What path do I need to take to fulfill my future career in Forensic Science?
What path do I need to take to fulfill my future career in forensic science? What Classes do you recommend I take in my high school years? what mindset should I have?
What jobs are there in the forensic field?
I want to major in forensics and what career can I make out of it?
What do employeers look for when recruiting for a forensics intern, etc.?
Hi, I'm currently an undergrad student pursuing a computer engineering major and a forensic studies minor. What do companies look for in terms of soft and hard skill? What classes would you recommend taking? What's a skill that's a must have in the field?
I am thinking about becoming a Forensic Psychiatrist, What are the steps to get there?
I am in 10th grade and I know I want to go into the psychiatry field. I am interested in mental health, and helping others. I want to understand the behavior that causes people to commit crimes.
How to become a Coroner?
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What college has the best forensic major?
I am a junior in high school and this is the year that i look into colleges. Im tired of using google to look up colleges, lol the accuracy just isn't there. So i was wondering who knows someone who studies forensic science.
What are most of the careers I can become with a bachelor's degree in Criminology?
Hello, My name is Kylie. I am a senior high school student looking into this for a while. I am trying to become a Forensic anthropologist or a Forensic investigator and there are many things I can do instead of a bachelor's degree in Biology.
Is it possible to finish my pathology education under 12 years?
It's the career I've been wanting to do for years
How much work do you do outside of paid hours as a forensic scientist?
I am a sophomore in high school who is very interested in forensic science. I would like to one day work for the FBI as a forensic analyst.
What does an average day in your job look like as a forensic scientist?
I am a sophomore in high school. I am very interested in forensic science but do not know for sure if it is the right fit.
High School Career Class Questions Detective?
I have an assignment to learn about careers in Criminology, but I do not have any contacts to interview. Would you help me? I need 2 from a detective, crime scene investigator, forensics, professor, forensic psychology, criminal justice, lawyer, etc. Job Title? Full Time/Part Time? 3 day to day tasks? Types of projects? Degree? School? Entry Level Job for this career? 2-3 things you like about your job 2-3 things you don't like Where else could you work with your degree
Is forensic anthropology the right major for me?
Hi! I've always loved forensics and once I found forensic anthropology it seemed like a good route for me. After doing some more research I realized it requires some math skills, math is not one of my strong suits so I'm doubting my choice. What is it like to actually work with anthropology? For someone who struggles with math, would this be the right choice for me? Should I pick another major? These are questions that have been running through my head.
How do you find a lifelong career that you will love and be passionate about?
I'm still young, in my early twenties asking for advice or helpful insight on finding the right path for me. I'm currently enrolled in a Jobcorps Center and am pursuing Pharmacy technician and or other trade work training. I have several small interests that I enjoy but none that I feel confident building into a lifelong career. I graduated from high school during the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020, and I feel it's stunted my growth into a career. I'm interested in STEM, Language studies, Anatomy Physiology, forensics, Physical fitness, Chemistry, Woodworking, and Medicine. I'm artistic and investigative and wish to do a career that I find challenging and rewarding. I've traveled to Europe, Studied French in southern France, and interned as a sales associate in Ireland with a Designer Exchange Company; all of which were wonderful experiences but I'm unsure how to turn them into a career for my future. So how do I narrow down my interests into a career I will find fulfilling in my later life?
what is the best route to become a forensic pathologist
What is the best route in college (classes/major/involvement) to become a forensic pathologist?