Where can I find information about a career as a crime scene investigator?

Information on required qualifications, education and training for careers in forensic science can be found from:

• The National Institute of Justice Special Report Education and Training in Forensic Science: A Guide for Forensic Science Laboratories, Educational Institutions, and Students.
• The Choosing a Career section of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences website provides information about the different types of forensic scientists, salaries, and educational requirements.
• The U.S. Department of Labor resource, Occupational Outlook Handbook: Forensic Science Technicians.

You may also be interested in viewing A Simplified Guide to Forensic Science, a website created by the National Forensic Science Technology Center. This website covers the core concepts, capabilities and limitations of key forensic science disciplines.