Forensic Science Degree

The forensic science degree program at Pensacola State College includes instruction for students that focuses on the application of biomedical, physical, and social sciences for the analysis and evaluation of physical evidence, human testimony, and criminal suspects. Students who graduate the forensic science degree program will have knowledge in courses such as forensic medicine, forensic dentistry, anthropology, psychology, pathology, forensic laboratory technology, crime scene analysis, fingerprint technology, document analysis, pattern analysis, examination procedures, and applicable law and regulations. Get more details below including other Florida colleges that offer forensic science degrees.

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Pensacola State College

Also known as Pensacola State

10230 Ridge Road, New Port Richey, FL

Pensacola State College, located in Pensacola, Florida, was founded in 1948 when it was known as Pensacola Junior College. Pensacola State College was the first institution of higher learning in the Pensacola. Over the years PSC has added more and more campuses and expanded its programs and offerings. The school was renamed Pensacola State College in 2010 to reflect the fact that school had begun to offer bachelor's degrees.

Academics

Pensacola State College offers a large number of programs that result in associate degrees, certificates, or bachelor's degrees. Pensacola has one of the highest rates for associate's degree graduates in the nation, and has a near 100% placement record for those seeking vocational training. The school has partnered with local universities and Associate degree holders are guaranteed admission into a State University of Florida institution.

Programs offered include:

• Graphic Design Technology
• Psychology
• Nursing
• Phlebotomy Technician
• Environmental Science
• Business Administration
• Cosmetology
• Culinary Arts

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students wishing to enroll at Pensacola State College must register and use the online system “Spyglass” which is available through the school website. Financial aid is available to eligible students. Eligibility must be established every year. Students wishing to determine aid eligibility must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).Students who receive financial aid should become familiar with the terms of the aid, and repay any monies that must be repaid within the agreed upon time frame.

Students Enrolled in the Forensic Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pensacola State offers a less than one year certificate program in forensic science.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Forensic Science Technicians

Description

Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, forensic science technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 26.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.07
  • Average Annual Salary: $47980

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).