Crime Scene Technology

Keiser University’s crime scene technology degree equips students with the knowledge and technical skills needed to work effectively in forensic science and criminal investigations. You’ll study the scientific principles and investigative techniques used to recognize, document, collect, preserve, and analyze evidence from crime scenes.
 
The program provides a comprehensive understanding of procedures used by professionals in law enforcement and crime laboratories. Coursework covers fingerprint analysis, forensic photography, crime scene processing, and evidence handling protocols. You’ll learn to maintain the integrity of forensic evidence for presentation in legal proceedings while following proper chain of custody procedures.
 
Through classroom instruction and practical application, students develop expertise in crime scene investigation techniques that support the judicial process. Graduates can continue their education toward a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice with a forensic concentration or related field, or begin working in positions that investigate crimes and analyze evidence.

Accounting Program Mission

The mission of Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Crime Scene Technology is to prepare students for careers in the forensic investigation and criminal justice fields. The program prepares students with the practical skills required for entry-level positions in the field, including recognizing, processing, documenting, collecting, and preserving forensic evidence for legal proceedings.

Program Goals

1. To provide students with a comprehensive background knowledge of the American Judicial System, including its constitutional foundation and key law enforcement personnel.
2. To instruct students in skills associated with field investigative procedures with primary emphasis on principles, concepts, and fundamental techniques utilized in forensic field investigations
3. To instruct students in the specialized procedures used to effectively and safely process and document evidence gathered as a result of a forensic field investigation.
4. To introduce students to basic procedures, witness demeanor, and protocols associated with providing evidence in legal proceedings.
5. To assist graduates in obtaining entry-level positions as crime scene investigators or forensic identification specialists.

Program Prerequisites

Prerequisite for Entering the Program:

• Entering students must achieve a Wonderlic score (or comparable) of 18 or above for entrance to the program
• Undergo level 2 criminal background check
• Personal interview with campus AS-CST Program Director

Prerequisites for Entering Major Courses:

• Successful completion of all lower division General Education courses with a grade of “C” or better

Prerequisites for Continuing in the Program:

• All Upper and Lower Division courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better

Graduation Requirements:

• A minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 system

Program Highlights

• Small class sizes provide personalized attention and mentorship from faculty
• Hands on training with forensic equipment and crime scene technology tools
• Flexible learning options accommodate working professionals and career changers
• Strong foundation for continuing education toward advanced degrees in forensic science or criminal justice
• Core courses cover both theoretical knowledge and practical forensic technology applications
• Students gain skills needed for employment with law enforcement officers, crime scene technologists, and forensic evidence teams

Estimated Student Costs

Required and Optional Fees for Programs: Fees are costs set by the university in addition to tuition (and room and board, if applicable). These fees may be required for your program or optional depending on the courses you take, and they support the costs associated with completing an approved program of study. Fees are defined in the school’s catalog or supplement and listed on the school’s billing statement or invoice. Fees that are optional will not be paid using GI Bill® benefits and will be the responsibility of the student choosing these additional options. For additional guidance, please see your Program Director or Admissions Counselor.

Accreditation Statuses

Keiser University holds institutional accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. The SACSCOC accreditation ensures Keiser University meets rigorous quality standards, which is crucial for students as it affects access to federal financial aid, the transferability of credits to other accredited schools, and recognition of degrees for graduate programs and employers. This accreditation signifies that the institution adheres to standards that ensure educational quality and institutional effectiveness, protecting the public from fraudulent institutions.

While the crime scene technology program does not require specialized programmatic accreditation, the curriculum provides comprehensive training aligned with industry standards established by professional organizations. The degree program prepares students for career advancement and meets program requirements for entry into bachelor’s degree programs in criminal justice, forensic investigations, and related fields.

Gain Job-Ready Skills for a Crime Scene Investigation Career

• Forensic photography techniques
• Evidence documentation and crime scene processing methods
• Fingerprint analysis and development procedures
• Biological evidence collection and preservation
• Crime scene technology and laboratory techniques
• Legal procedures and forensic communications
• Analytical skills for examining physical evidence and forensic evidence
• Critical thinking for solving crimes and criminal investigations
• Scientific principles applied to scene technology and crime scene analysis

Keiser University offers career-focused degree programs designed to support working professionals, traditional students, and career changers. With on-campus, online, and hybrid learning options, experienced faculty, and comprehensive student support, Keiser helps learners achieve their personal and professional goals at all levels.

Admission includes Keiser University's general requirements plus any program-specific requirements listed below, followed by the university’s application process.

Transfer credit. Credit for courses completed at another institution is subject to approval by Keiser University’s Dean of Academic Affairs, and those courses must be similar in content and duration to the courses in this program. Keiser University requires that a student complete at least the final 25% of a program through the University; active duty, reservist and National Guard service members may complete that 25% at any point in the program. Official transcripts must reach Keiser University by the end of the student’s first semester, and Keiser University makes no blanket promise to accept credits from any other institution.

Keiser University students take one class at a time.

Keiser University publishes this program as approximately 17 months and 60 credit hours.

Keiser University lists this program as available on campus and Hybrid.

Tuition is charged per 16-week semester according to the credit hours scheduled.

Keiser University charges tuition per 16-week semester according to the number of credit hours scheduled, not per program. The rates below are the university’s published Tuition and Fee Disclosure, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

Required fees

• Application fee — $55.00, one time on enrollment
• Registration fee — $145.00, one time on enrollment
• Education fee — $550.00 per semester, for programmatic participation and facilities resources

Other fees are charged per occurrence: withdrawal $100.00, re-entry $150.00, transcript $5.00, student ID replacement $15.00, returned check $35.00, late payment $10.00 and library late fee $10.00. Clinical, licensure, professional skill development and technical fees vary by program.

Financial aid

Keiser University participates in federal Title IV financial aid. Students seeking aid complete the FAFSA using the university’s federal school code, 015159.

The curriculum pairs a general education core with a sequence of major forensic courses covering forensic photography, forensic imaging and processing, introduction to forensic science technology, field investigative procedures and presentation of evidence, forensic communications, forensic legal concepts, fingerprint identification and development, and introduction to biological evidence.

Keiser University’s crime scene technology program prepares students for employment opportunities in forensic science and criminal investigations. With flexible on-campus and hybrid options, the degree program fits your schedule while providing specialized training in crime scene investigation, evidence analysis, and forensic technology. Whether you’re a recent high school graduate, career changer, or working professional, Keiser provides the education and practical skills needed to launch your career in law enforcement support roles.