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What kind of educational degree do you have to have to be a Forensic anthropology expert?
Question by Little Muffin Bites 2007: What kind of educational degree do you have to have to be a Forensic anthropology expert?
How many years of schooling do you have to have also?
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Answer by sisyphus_stumbled
Well an M.A. or M.S. will be your minimum. On average this can take between 6 to 8 years (this includes going through your undergraduate work). If you choose to go on for a Ph.D., this can take another 3 to 5 years depending on how much time you devote to finishing. In order to become Board Certified, you’ll need the Ph.D. and several years practical experience.
If you you go on be a forensic anthropologist, here are a few suggestions
1) Taking classes outside of your major can be beneficial. Archaeology field schools will teach you about excavation and survey. These are two big skills that should be mastered as they are crucial to the recovery phase. Cultural anthropology and sociology classes, especially those dealing with mortuary practices, can help you learn about how people bury their dead. Statistics will help you to be read and understand the lierature. Anatomy (especially gross anatomy) will help you familarize yourself with the soft tissue. In my experience, it is equally important to know what goes through a foramen (hole) as it is to be able to idenitfy the structure. Other helpful classes: biology, chemistry, geology (this should include soil sciences), zooarchaeology (learn to id animal remains), kinesiology/biomechanics
2)Join the applicable associations. The American Academy of Forensic Sciences and the American Association of Physical Anthropologists have yearly meetings where posters and presentations are given. Presenting at these conferences will help to get your name out there and will allow you to network.
3)Get working in the lab early. Your university will have a physical anthropology lab. Volunteer there. This will help you get to know the other students and allow you to practice your osteology
4)Make friends with the local medical examiner’s office. If you prove yourself to be a competent student, they might be able to use your help in body recoveries
5)When you get your M.A. or M.S. apply to be a volunteer at Disaster Relief groups like Kenyon, Forensic Archaeology Recovery (FAR), Physicians for World Peace, and the United Nations. Sometimes you might be given the option to head to places like Iraq, Rwanda, Croatia, Serbia to work on mass graves. As thrilling as these places might be, give it a good long think before you agree. A single body can be traumatic; a mass grave can be devestating.
Anyway, that’s my advice. In my opinion, it’s a wonderful field. If you work hard at it and diversify you studies, you’ll be better off than most.
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Forensic Science degree program, with Masters in Forensic Psychology?
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Since I do not have a B.S. degree in Criminal Justice (my B.S. degree is in Business) I am hoping a few people with experience in teaching Criminal Justice at the undergraduate or graduate level can help me.
I desire to go into Forensic Psychology at the Masters level. I may need to take a few lower level classes in psychology since I’ve been a business major for the last 7 years.
However, If I go into Forensic Science at the PhD level, what will I need to do (as in classes) to better prepare myself (after I attain my Masters)? I know that the psychology would help me.
Would a certain class in math help, perhaps calculus? Would taking physics or chemistry be a requirement to obtain a undergraduate degree in Forensic Science?
(If physics or chemistry is requirement at the undergraduate level, I better take it now).
My mind works in details and I know that I know that I know that I want to do investigative work. I analyze like crazy. Any information would help greatly.
Thanks!
Tink, thanks so much. Randy C, you put a lot of time in for those degrees. I did find out that,
“People interested in careers as science technicians (such as forensic scientists) should [take/have] a background in applied chemistry, physics, and math is vital.” Got this from http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos115.htm
I guess I better take a few classes in chemistry and physics. I do not want to wait to take these later. The good thing about this is
“Jobs for forensic science technicians are expected to increase much faster than the average.” from http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos115.htm
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Answer by Tink
If you want to do forensic psych you better go for a PhD.
A masters will get you nothing. Its the consolation prize for not kjumping for the ring…and people in the field know that its practically worthless.
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Q&A: What qualifies someone with an anthropology degree to work in a zoo?
Question by B1ujay: What qualifies someone with an anthropology degree to work in a zoo?
When I look at potential careers in anthropology, I consistently see “zoo” as a potential place to work. Is this based strictly on primatology or are there other reasons zoos might hire an anthropologist?
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Answer by Ryu
Primatology is a large part of it, but many people who study anthropology also become familiar with animal anatomy through learning about zooarchaeology. In connection to zooarchaeology, an individual can learn about the skeletal structures and features of various species and how they evolved, as well as things such as predation/feeding practices of specific species.
It is, however, a little odd to suggest that someone who primarily studies bones should work with live animals, but it’s not completely illogical even if at first it seems that way.
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Which is better a Criminal Justice Degree or Forensic Science Degree?
Question by davidnicolewilson: Which is better a Criminal Justice Degree or Forensic Science Degree?
Why is one better then the other? What types of jobs can you get with both? Where do you work, do you have a job with one of these degrees? What type of salaries can you get with each degree? I live in Indiana………Does anyone live in Indiana and have a job with these degrees, if so what do you do?
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Answer by SweetPiper
CJ Degree is a broader degree than a FS degree which is more specialized. I have a Masters in CJ Admin. Salaries can range from 30k up. I live in Florida so not sure about job availibility and salaries in Indiana. Private Investigation, State Probation Officer just a couple of jobs in CJ.
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Which Colleges/University are good for a Forensic Science Degree?
Question by SmallvilleFan: Which Colleges/University are good for a Forensic Science Degree?
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Answer by immablonde57
Try these websites:
http://www.aafs.org/default.asp?section_id=resources&page_id=colleges_and_universities
http://www.allcriminaljusticeschools.com/faqs/forensictech.php/?src=goo_forensics_schools2b
http://education-portal.com/forensic_science_colleges.html
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Q&A: what type of jobs are available for someone with a degree in forensic science?
Question by phammond32: what type of jobs are available for someone with a degree in forensic science?
I’m sure there are private corps. and police departments to work for but would I have to become a police officer/go to the police academy to work as a forensic scientist for the police?
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Answer by Reba K
You can operate independently as a contractor.
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Q&A: Is there a certain degree that will get you a degree for forensic science?
Question by CHOW: Is there a certain degree that will get you a degree for forensic science?
what is the actual degree? and classes for it?
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Answer by K-Dawg
There are quite a few university degrees that will result in you being able to call yourself a Forensic Scientist.
There are straight Forensics Degrees, such as Bachelor of Forensic Science, and then there are broader degrees, such as Bachelor of Applied Chemistry (Forensic Science).
Your best bet would be to go to different university websites and search the degrees they offer. You should then be able to click on the degree to see what subjects are involved. Otherwise you could write a letter (old fashion I know) or email the university and ask for an information pack on their courses.
If you’re interested in a career in Forensic Science I’d strongly suggest you get in contact with someone working in the field near where you live and asking them as many questions as you can think of. Things like what they studied, what the recruitment process is like, where the jobs are advertised, what’s the scope for progression, what’s the pay like, whether they do shift work etc. Ask them everything you can come up with. They’re the best people to ask because they’ve been where you are and got to where you want to be.
Good luck and I hope this helps.
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I want to have a career in forensic Psychology. Do I need a Masters Degree or a Phd for that type of work?
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I want to have a career in Forensic Psychology. Do I need a Masters Degree or a Phd for that type of work?
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Answer by Bill
You could get by with even just a bachelors and appropriate work experience. However a Masters would be better but a PhD would probably be overkill.
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Bill
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Q&A: is it possible to obtain a double degree for nursing and forensic science?
Question by Answ3rs!: is it possible to obtain a double degree for nursing and forensic science?
is it possible for me to get a double degree in nursing and forensic science? if it is how long?
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Answer by PJ H
http://www.forensicnurse.org/
See if this helps
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Q&A: Does anyone know of any colleges that offer a Master’s degree in Forensic Science?
Question by hillcr222: Does anyone know of any colleges that offer a Master’s degree in Forensic Science?
I’m currently a Junior in a Criminal Investigations program in at a SUNY college. It’s a Bachelor of Technology program. I am in the National Criminal Justice Honor society.
I was wondering if anyone knew of any colleges/universities that have a Master’s of Forensic Science program. Please provide a link if possible.
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Answer by collegedirection
Four schools you might want to take a look at are: Michigan State, Boston University, Syracuse, and George Washington University. All offer a masters degree in forensic science.
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