You may have to work as a police officer before becoming a CSI officer.
A CSI officer, which may also be called other titles such as forensics investigator or crime scene analyst, is the person that has to "document, identify and collect physical evidence at a crime scene," according to the International Crime Scene Investigators Association (ICSIA). Other tasks a CSI officer is responsible for include writing reports, attending autopsies and giving testimony in court. A CSI officer generally makes between $20,000 and $50,000 a year, depending on the actual employer.
Instructions
1. Research the CSI officer positions in the region you wish to live. The requirements for a CSI officer position depend on the area and agency you want to work for. You can contact the agency, such as sheriff's department or state police, you want to work with to get this information.
2. Complete the required education. All CSI officers will need a high school diploma; some may be required to obtain an associate's or bachelor's degree. Federal positions will often require a bachelor's degree or higher for employment.
3. Become a sworn police officer by taking the state-required training. Not all CSI positions require you be a police officer, but the ICSIA states on its website that CSI workers who are also police officers may be more likely to find a job and receive a higher salary with more benefits.
4. Complete the on-the-job training offered by the agency you are hired by. Even if you have graduated from college with a degree in criminal investigation or criminal justice, you will still need to complete the training.
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