CB71 Crime Scene Investigation, Technical Certificate of Credit

Effective 202516 (Summer 2025)

Offered at the Griffin Campus

Program Entrance Term:  
Minimum Length of Program: 3 term
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 22

Program Description

The Crime Scene Investigation Technical Certificate of Credit begins to introduce students to various careers in the rapidly growing field of forensic science. Students will gain introductory exposure to knowledge and skills that may encourage further academic preparation in careers in forensic technology in areas such as crime scene investigation, death investigation, laboratory technology, evidence technology, forensic computer science, and general forensic science or criminal justice fields. 

Admission Requirements

  • Submit completed application and application fee
  • Be at least 16 years of age
  • High school diploma or GED are required

Public Safety Employment Awareness Statement

A criminal history will not hinder a student from receiving a certificate, diploma, or degree in a Public Safety program from Southern Crescent Technical College; however, a student with a criminal background may be denied employment in the public safety field.

The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.

Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.

Contact Us

Julie Gates, B.S., Program Coordinator

Email: Julie.Gates@sctech.edu

Phone: (770) 412-5751 

Program Courses

Select one of the following courses

ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I

3

ENGL 1101Composition and Rhetoric

3

ENGL 1005Applied Technical Communication

3

Required

FOSC 1206Introduction to Forensic Science

3

FOSC 2010Crime Scene Investigation I

4

FOSC 2011Crime Scene Investigation II

4

FOSC 2014Documentation and Report Preparation

4

FOSC 2150Case Preparation and Courtroom Testimony

4

Total Credit Hours: 22