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STEPS TO BECOME A CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR - Coggle Diagram
STEPS TO BECOME A CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Age
Generally 21
FBI 23
Apply Before Age 37
Citizenship
US Citizen
Other Requirements
Clean Public record
Thourough Background Check
Drug policy
Strict Drug Policy
Physical Fitness
Meet Physical Fitness Standards
Rigorous Physical Trainning
Security Clearance
FBI Top Secret Sensitive Clearance
EDUCATION
High School Diploma
Higher Education
Criminology
Forensic Science
Sociology
Psychology
Criminal Justice
Computer Science
Pass Exams And Certifications
Professional Development
Police Academy Training
Gain experience as a Police Officer
On The Job Training
Specialized Investigations Training
Stay Updated On New Technologies
Crime Scene Analysis
Interrogations
Evidence Collection
Surveillance
Forensic Science Principles
Criminal Law Procedures
Learn Investigative Software
TRAINING
Police Academy
On The Job Training
Physical Fitness
Specialized Investigator Training
Interrogations
Witness Statement Reports
Specialized Investigative Software
Learn Digital Forensic Tools
Advanced Training
Criminal Law and Procedures
Evidence Training
Surveillance Training
Forensic Science Training
Seek Promotion to Investigator
Federal Law Enforcement Training
Agency Specific Training
NEEDED SKILLS
Analytical Skills
Capacity To Examine Evidence
Understand How Crimes Occur
Problem Solving Skills
Ability To Think Outside The Box
Ability to Analyze Complex Situations
Excellent Written Skills
Writing Detailed Reports
Articulate in Reports
Excellent Verbal Skills
Testifying In Court
Ability To Question Individuals
Attention To Detail
Meticulous Observation
Critical Thinking
Analyze Complex Situations
Connect Disparate Pieces Of Informaton
Draw Logical Conclusions
Adaptability
Ability To Work With Other Agencies
Ability To Process New Information As It Comes