Forensic Science

Have you been intrigued by shows like CSI, Bones, and Criminal Minds? If so, the Forensic Science Program may be the right major for you! With plenty of lab work and field trips out into the community, students who choose this major are preparing themselves for a fantastic career as a lab technician, a medical examiner, a crime scene tech, or law enforcement career.

The Forensic Science program introduces the principles and procedures employed in criminal and civil investigations. Areas of studies include scientific endeavors such as medicine, pathology, psychology, geology, entomology, fingerprint technology, chemistry, and biology. Emphasis will be put on gathering, analyzing, and interpreting physical evidence, using modern laboratory technologies and procedures.

Complete this High School CTE Program and Course Sequence

• Forensic Science I or Foundations of Public Safety

• Forensic Science II

• Forensic Science III or III Honors

To Earn this CSN Articulated College Credit

• CRJ 161 - Criminal Scene Investigations (3 CR)

• CRJ 164 - Intro to Criminal Investigation (3 CR)

Leading to These CSN Degree/Certificate Pathways

Criminal Justice (AA & AAS)