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Credit Programs

Criminal Justice Technology

Course Contact
Mark Sullivan
[email protected]
919-866-6225
Document(s)
Financial Aid Eligible?
No
Learning Format
In-person/Online Hybrid
Schedule
Day Only

Crime Scene Technician Certificate

Wake Tech Course ID: C5518C

The Crime Scene Technician Certificate program focuses on the skills needed to get an entry-level job with a local, county or state law enforcement agency.

Crime scene technicians must have a keen eye for detail and patience, as the job has a high degree of unpredictability. They also must take in details from various sources to compile accurate information and patterns to support law enforcement decisions.

The certificate includes coursework on the following:

  • Processing a crime scene properly
  • Establishing chains of custody for evidence
  • Identifying potential materials for analysis
  • Taking crime scene photos
  • Identifying footwear and tire imprints
  • Recognizing trace evidence
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Estimated Tuition & Fees
$1,140
Locations
  • Public Safety Education Campus
Total Credits
15
NOTE: Tuition listed is for in-state students. Out-of-state tuition is higher.
Tuition is set annually by the State Board of Community Colleges.
Wake Tech charges various fees in addition to tuition, and individual programs also have specific costs associated with them.

Career Outlook


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