Program description
Forensic Science
Forensic science is a fascinating field where law enforcement meets scientific investigation. Your training will introduce you to crime scene management, criminal law and constitutional law. You will learn how to identify, document, collect, preserve and analyze physical evidence. Gain experience with biological evidence such as DNA, as well as fingerprints and footwear impressions, trace evidence, tool marks and more. You’ll also develop skills for crash scene investigation, and property and evidence management. Then you can enhance your credentials with a concentration in either physical evidence or digital evidence. An internship gives you hands-on, real-world experience to help you prepare for entry-level positions in the forensic science field.
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Admission requirements
Skills Assessment
An academic skills assessment is required for admission into this program or the following: High School GPA of 2.75 or higher (last 10 years) OR provide completion of associate’s or higher degree OR; 165 or higher on your 2014 series GED tests OR; ACT OR SAT OR Accuplacer OR Companion OR Compass (last 3 years) to waive to the general education level; The cost of the Accuplacer assessment is $15.
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the institute website.
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Learn moreProgram content
Technical Studies
- Introduction to Forensic Science
- Property/Evidence Management
- General Biology
- Cultural Diversity In Criminal Justice
- Basic Crime Scene Photography
- Impression Evidence
- Criminal Procedures
- Introductory Statistics
- Biological & Trace Evidence
- Crash Scene Investigation
- CCI: Investigating Internet Crime
- Forensic Science Capstone
- Constitutional Principles
General Studies
- College Technical Math 1A
- Written Communication
- Technical Reporting
- General Chemistry
- Think Critically & Creatively
- Intro to Psychology
Suggested Electives
- CCI: Computer Crime Investigation
- CCI: Basic Data Recovery
- Forensic Anthropology, Intro to
- Forensic Entomology, Intro to
- Public Safety Fitness and Wellness
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the institute website for more information.
Tuition fees
Estimated program cost: $9,867.46
Qualification
Degree: Associate Degree (AAS)
Credit Points: 60 Credits
Program Outcomes
- Investigate a crime scene.
- Manage and preserve evidence.
- Analyze evidence.
- Communicate effectively.
- Demonstrate professionalism.
Career opportunities
- Crime Scene Technician/Specialist
- Evidence & Property Specialist
- Evidence Custodian
- Forensic Technician
- Identification Lab Technician
- Insurance Investigator
- Police Officer
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About this institute
Fox Valley Technical College
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