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Forensic Science Technicians in The United States

(Técnicos en ciencias forenses)

Forensic Science Technicians -- Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry.

SOC (Standard Occupational Classification)19-4092.00
Career InterestsIRC
Minimum education required(Bachelor)
Bachelor's degree
Minimum work experience required(None)
None
Job training required(Mod OJT)
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028)1.44 (moderate growth)
Current number of workers in USA (2018)16,700
Projected number of workers in USA (2028)19,100
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028)2,400
 
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019)$35,620
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$63,170
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$97,350
Career ClusterLaw, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
(Ley, seguridad pública y seguridad)
Major Occupational GroupLife, Physical, and Social Science

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