Is being a detective or criminal investigator a good fit for you?
Investigates crimes to find out who did them. Gathers evidence, talks to witnesses and works to solve cases.
What the work involves
- Writes reports on what an investigation found.
- Gets and checks evidence by interviewing suspects and witnesses, watching them or studying records.
- Gets statements from victims, witnesses and suspects and records the interviews.
- Keeps, processes and analyses evidence from crime scenes, and destroys it when no longer needed.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be curious and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
How much training it needs
Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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