Associate of Science in Crime Scene Technology

* An Associate of Science degree is considered a terminal degree. The decision on course transferability rests with the receiving institution.

Program Description
Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Crime Scene Technology prepares students with competencies in the areas of locating, preserving, developing, collecting, analyzing and presenting physical evidence utilizing modern methods used in the field and laboratory for forensic identification.

Program Objectives
The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and its objectives.

  • To provide students with a comprehensive background in American courts, police and correctional organizations
  • To instruct students in the principles, concepts and theories of investigating crimes
  • To introduce students to basic courtroom procedures and protocols
  • To assist graduates in obtaining entry-level positions as crime scene technologists

Prerequisites for Major Courses:
None

Crime Scene Technology Program Outline
To receive an Associate of Science degree in Crime Scene Technology, students must earn 65.0 credit hours. Program requirements are as follows.

Crime Scene Technology Major Courses (36.0 credit hours)

Crime Scene and Evidence Photography

4.0 credit hours

Crime Scene Procedures

4.0 credit hours

Communications and Writing for Crime Scene Professionals

4.0 credit hours

Crime Scene Safety

4.0 credit hours

Legal Aspects of Crime Scene Careers

4.0 credit hours

Hazardous and Unusual Crime Scenes

4.0 credit hours

Introduction to Forensic Science

4.0 credit hours

Fingerprint Identification and Development

4.0 credit hours

Biological Evidence

4.0 credit hours

General Education Courses (26.0 credit hours) (pdf file)
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* An Associate of Science Degree is considered a terminal degree and is not transferable.

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