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What do you have to know about becoming a forensic anthropologist?

I want to be one, but I don't know if I have what it takes. #forensics #anthropology #forensic-anthropology

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Forensic anthropology is a specialization inside of anthropology that borrows more from the biological and medical sciences than the rest of anthropology. A good forensic anthropologist will take a range of general anthropology courses about the history of anthropology, material culture, social systems, etc. But, a forensic anthropologist will also take courses in anatomy, physiology, biology, and other sciences that help address the specific demands of forensic anthropology to be able to identify human remains.

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The American Anthropological Association has a great careers website that offers information about different career tracks. Forensic anthropology falls under the umbrella "Biological Anthropology". Check it out. https://www.americananthro.org/AdvanceYourCareer/Content.aspx?ItemNumber=2150
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