Pre-career: high school

There are so many jobs that fall under the “forensic science” umbrella: forensic pathologist, attorney, dentist, toxicologist, physical anthropologist, document examiner, digital evidence expert, psychiatrist, engineer, physicist, chemist, criminalist, investigator, nurse, educator, and so much more. If you’ve decided you want to work in the field, congrats! But now what?  At my high school, psychology was offered to interested seniors and I ATE IT UP. Mrs Didio recognized my interest and gave me books to read and special projects to help me explore the science. I declared psychology major as a freshman and never changed it. I ended up adding anthropology but still love my psych!  Finding a mentor is a good first start; a mentor is someone to help you navigate the job market or your educational journey while creating a positive connection for growth and development. Mentors can really make a difference in the direction of your path and your overall journey!