Education
High schoolAverage Salary
$52,441Avg. Experience
3-4 yearsA career path for a Crime Scene Evidence Technician may involve starting as an entry-level technician and working their way up to a senior or supervisory role within a crime lab or law enforcement agency. Some technicians may also choose to specialize in a specific area of forensic science, such as DNA analysis or fingerprint identification. Advancement opportunities may also include promotion to management positions, or even becoming a forensic scientist or crime lab director. With experience, many Crime Scene Evidence Technicians may also become certified in their field, which can open up additional opportunities for professional development and advancement.
A Crime Scene Evidence Technician makes $52,441 per year on average, or $25.21 per hour, in the United States. The bottom 10% make about $41,912 a year, while the top 10% make about $64,270.
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