Education and Training in Forensic Science: A Guide for Forensic Science Laboratories, Educational Institutions, and Students (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781478268086)

The results of forensic investigations often can be the difference between acquittal and conviction in a court of law. The validity of those results depends on the knowledge, skills, and experience of the forensic scientists working to obtain them. The National Institute of Justice, with support from the West Virginia University, created the Technical Working Group for Education and Training in Forensic Science (TWGED) to establish best practices for educating and training forensic scientists. The working group developed the consensus criteria and recommendations presented in this report. This information serves students as they prepare for a career in forensic science, educational institutions as they develop and revamp curriculums, and forensic scientists as they advance their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the constantly evolving forensic science disciplines.

Author: Office of Justice Programs, National Institute of Justice, U. S. Department of Justice
ISBN-10: 1478268085
ISBN-13: 9781478268086
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 07/18/2012
Pages: 64
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.38lbs
Size: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.13d