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tahlia
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Sedro-Woolley, Washington
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how would I go about becoming a criminal investigator FBI agent ?
I would like advice on the steps to help me on the pathway to becoming an FBI criminal investigator
also, how is the job of being an FBI
how did you make it as FBI
why did you choose the FBI
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Will Xue, CFA
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Hey Tahlia,
Welcome to CareerVillage and great job posting your first question here!
While waiting for an actual FBI for more insights. Here're some steps to consider as a roadmap to become an FBI agent.
Education and Knowledge
- Obtain a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as criminal justice, criminology, or psychology.
- Focus on courses that develop critical thinking, research, and communication skills.
Resources:
1. Bureau of Justice Statistics (https://www.bjs.gov/): Provides data, reports, and publications related to criminal justice and law enforcement.
2. American Society of Criminology (https://www.asc41.com/): Offers resources, publications, and conferences focused on criminology research and education.
3. National Criminal Justice Reference Service (https://www.ncjrs.gov/): Provides access to a wide range of criminal justice resources, publications, and research.
Professional Experience and Skills
- Gain relevant work experience through internships, part-time jobs, or volunteer opportunities in law enforcement or investigative roles.
- Develop essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making.
Resources:
1. International Association of Crime Analysts (https://iaca.net/): Offers resources and training for crime analysis professionals.
2. National Institute of Justice (https://nij.ojp.gov/): Provides research, resources, and training opportunities for criminal justice professionals.
3. Law Enforcement Training Network (https://letn.net/): Offers online training courses for law enforcement and investigative professionals.
Application and Training
- Meet the basic eligibility criteria set by the FBI and ensure a clean personal and financial background.
- Apply to the FBI and go through the application process, including tests and interviews.
- Complete the training at the FBI Academy and gain specialized expertise in investigative techniques.
Resources:
1. FBI Careers (https://www.fbijobs.gov/): Official website for FBI job openings, eligibility requirements, and application information.
2. FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin (https://leb.fbi.gov/): Provides articles and resources on law enforcement practices and techniques.
3. FBI National Academy (https://www.fbi.gov/services/training-academy/national-academy): Offers advanced training programs for law enforcement professionals.
Good luck!
Welcome to CareerVillage and great job posting your first question here!
While waiting for an actual FBI for more insights. Here're some steps to consider as a roadmap to become an FBI agent.
Education and Knowledge
- Obtain a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as criminal justice, criminology, or psychology.
- Focus on courses that develop critical thinking, research, and communication skills.
Resources:
1. Bureau of Justice Statistics (https://www.bjs.gov/): Provides data, reports, and publications related to criminal justice and law enforcement.
2. American Society of Criminology (https://www.asc41.com/): Offers resources, publications, and conferences focused on criminology research and education.
3. National Criminal Justice Reference Service (https://www.ncjrs.gov/): Provides access to a wide range of criminal justice resources, publications, and research.
Professional Experience and Skills
- Gain relevant work experience through internships, part-time jobs, or volunteer opportunities in law enforcement or investigative roles.
- Develop essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making.
Resources:
1. International Association of Crime Analysts (https://iaca.net/): Offers resources and training for crime analysis professionals.
2. National Institute of Justice (https://nij.ojp.gov/): Provides research, resources, and training opportunities for criminal justice professionals.
3. Law Enforcement Training Network (https://letn.net/): Offers online training courses for law enforcement and investigative professionals.
Application and Training
- Meet the basic eligibility criteria set by the FBI and ensure a clean personal and financial background.
- Apply to the FBI and go through the application process, including tests and interviews.
- Complete the training at the FBI Academy and gain specialized expertise in investigative techniques.
Resources:
1. FBI Careers (https://www.fbijobs.gov/): Official website for FBI job openings, eligibility requirements, and application information.
2. FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin (https://leb.fbi.gov/): Provides articles and resources on law enforcement practices and techniques.
3. FBI National Academy (https://www.fbi.gov/services/training-academy/national-academy): Offers advanced training programs for law enforcement professionals.
Good luck!
Thank you, Will for the advice.
tahlia