Chico,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
The Forensic Science Certificate cultivates students' passion for utilizing biological anthropology's scientific principles and techniques to address legal matters (specifically within forensic science domains). This curriculum emphasizes mastering key methodologies like human skeletal identification and evaluation while fostering partnerships with regional law enforcement.
Aspiring forensic science professionals should seek guidance from anthropology, biology, or chemistry advisors. Beginning positions in criminalistics typically demand a degree in physical or natural sciences, with prerequisites including one year of general chemistry and quantitative analysis coursework.