schooling/training
what general type of degree is needed in becoming a CSI?
bachelors degree
Salary of being a CSI
Crime scene investigators averaged $24.19 per hour or $50,310 per year
1 of the 5 duties on the job
photographing
1 of the 3 special skills needed for the job
Communication Skills
1 of the 5 ways of communication on the job
Collaborating and enhancing partnerships;
how many years does it usually take to finish the schooling
4 years
1 of the 4 steps of becoming a CSI
step 1: Graduate high school or earn a GED (4 years)
2 of the 5 duties on the job
blood splatter evidence
2 of the 3 special skills needed for the job
Problem-Solving Instincts
2 of the 5 ways of communication on the job
Public relations
what do you need the bachelors degree in?
criminal justice, forensic science, biology
2 of the 4 steps of becoming a CSI
Step 2: Consider attending a police academy (less than 1 year)
3 of the 5 duties on the job
making tire and footprint castings
3 of the 3 special skills needed on the job
Elite Analytical Skills
3 of the 5 ways of communication on the job
Knowledge sharing
one thing you need training/experience in
law enforcement,
good critical thinking and problem solving skills,
composure,
attention to detail,
and excellent speaking and writing skills.
3 of the 4 steps of becoming a CSI
step 3: Pursue a bachelor’s degree (4 years)
4 of the 5 duties on the job
bagging hair and fiber samples for testing
4 of the 5 ways of communication on the job
internal communications
2 more things you need training/experience in
not one stated before...
law enforcement,
good critical thinking and problem solving skills,
composure,
attention to detail,
and excellent speaking and writing skills.
4 of the 4 steps of becoming a CSI
Step 4: Obtain entry-level experience
5 of the 5 duties on the job
lifting fingerprints
5 of the 5 ways of communication on the job
Monitoring and Evaluation