A Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice with an emphasis on Crime Scene Investigation can qualify you to start or advance a rewarding law enforcement career at the local, state or federal level.
Crime scene investigators act as both detectives and scientists. They must pay very close attention to detail under the stressful conditions at a crime or accident scene. Their skills at capturing, preserving, analyzing and presenting crime'scene evidence often make the difference between a crime going unsolved and a criminal being brought to justice.
Coursework in Crime Scene Investigation typically includes such topics as:
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice who specialize in Crime Scene Investigation typically also take classes in biology, chemistry and physics.
While many local police departments do not require a Bachelor's degree for entry-level positions, having a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice with an emphasis in Crime Scene Investigation will differentiate you from other applicants, and enable you to advance more quickly to investigative and supervisory positions. A Bachelor's degree is usually required for positions at the state and federal levels, such as special agent, probation and parole officer, and forensic specialist.
Our accredited colleges and universities offer Bachelor's degree programs in Crime Scene Investigation that are designed for working adults who need maximum scheduling flexibility and want to complete their degree in less time than is usually required for on-campus programs.
Explore these Bachelor degree programs in Crime Scene Investigation and request more information today. The respective college or university will help you make sure that a particular program is the best choice for your academic and career objectives.
