How can I become a forensics detective?

Answer by  patti (29325)

Detectives work in law enforcement and are first patrol officers before being promoted. Forensics is a course of study after high school. Programs are offered for an Associate Degree and higher. Your education plan should be based on your career goals with a specific department. Requirements will vary from one employer to another.

Answer by  emhaskey (685)

This area of police science requires a bachelor degree. Find a school that offers this program- some are even offered online. For a complete list of colleges offering this program of study, see the American Academy of Forensic Science official website. Be prepared to take a lot of biology, chemistry, and psychology classes.

Answer by  thelostone (1457)

There are a lot of schools around that offer courses of study in this topic. Look up local schools that can help you with this subject in your local yellowpages.

Answer by  Jessie124 (1885)

There are different schools you can attend to become a private one, but their training is suspect. If your interest is in police work, you have to pass an exam be appointed to detective. If you have a college degree before you become a police officer, all this will be easier.

Answer by  Latin4 (11170)

Most forensics detectives work up from policeman, detective or military police positions. Bachelor or undergraduate degrees in criminology, or physical science, such as chemistry, biology and physics are a must. You must have strong personal skills, time management skills and work well with people. It takes alot of work and time to achieve this position.

Answer by  technogeek (6640)

Becoming a forensic scientist, there are several areas of education that you will need to concentrate on. You will need to be well versed in biology, anatomy, physics, Kinesiology, criminal justice and psychology. All of these things will come into use as you will be investigating the what and the way of a crime.

Answer by  vimalmay15 (122)

To become a forensic detective you first have to be a Master In Forensic Science(MFS). After completing this course you have to apply for the forensic detective post and you have to pass in the basic qualification exam, a good knowledge is aptitude and and good mind of analysis and arriving at quick decisions is necessary.