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I think the main problem Britney would have (or any celebrity) is taking the stand. Don't forget that while having a strong scientific background is important in this line of work, the ability to stand up to tough/adversarial cross-examination is a must. And a celebrity, like Britney, after...

Most police agencies have "shadowing" or "ride-along" programs set up for just such a situation. As you get into college I also HIGHLY recommend interships/volunteering to set yourself apart from the many applicants labs get for every "entry level" position that opens up.

Math is a must. The days of the associates degree are drawing to a close. The popularity of TV shows like CSI, have made so many people interested in the field, that employers are now looking at people with masters and phds when considering applicants. As a good guide for what you need to...

I've been working as a forensic scientist for over 7 years now. My areas of specialty are firearms identification, controlled substances analysis, and blood alcohol determination. I can't say that for someone like me who works "in the lab" (higher pay than field work in my area) the TV drama...