Ohio Forensic Guide » Become http://ohioforensic.org Ohio Forensic Guide Law Information Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:49:56 +0000 en hourly 1 The Training and Skills You Need to Become a Forensic Accountant http://ohioforensic.org/the-training-and-skills-you-need-to-become-a-forensic-accountant/ http://ohioforensic.org/the-training-and-skills-you-need-to-become-a-forensic-accountant/#comments Thu, 27 May 2010 14:15:55 +0000 admin http://ohioforensic.org/the-training-and-skills-you-need-to-become-a-forensic-accountant/ If you ask somebody what their job or profession is, and after they’ve answered, you will probably have a general idea of what they do. Common terms are something we associate with; it helps us to feel knowledgeable about the world around us.

What if I asked you this question, “Do you know what a forensic accountant does?”

Since I associate forensics with science and accounting with numbers, I would have to say they count and number bones. Well, if you thought that too, we’d both be wrong. A forensic accountant does use their knowledge of accounting, but they are also able to use investigation techniques to help solve financial and business problems.

Still sound boring?

Just wait.

What does it take to become a forensic accountant?

You will have to have a bachelor’s degree in accounting. It will also help to be a CPA, Certified Public Accountant. You may want to add CFE, Certified Fraud Examiner to your list of credentials.

You will need to possess a strong attention to detail. Most people have this trait when working in this field, but having an investigative mind is an asset to your profession. It does take an education in accounting but it also takes somebody who has a desire to help solve crimes.

You could be working bankruptcy, money laundering, and even capital crime cases. Anything that has to do with business dealings, analytical research and being allowed to be curious while working is what sets you apart from a regular accountant. You’ll still be using your accounting skills but as more of an investigator.

Are you getting interested now?

Why would you want to be a forensic accountant?

Why not?

It would surely be one of those interesting careers that would cause people to ask questions once you’ve told them; and who doesn’t like to tell people about what they do for a living, especially when it is intriguing.

You would be working with legal issues such as money laundering and fraud. Forensic accounts often look over other peoples work too to see if any avenues haven’t been explored, they are always hunting for patterns. They are allowed to be investigative and still work within the scope of their profession. Since a forensic accountant deals with many legal cases, they can also participate as expert witnesses.

If you watch Law & Order: CI you may have seen a character named Leon Martel. He plays a forensic accountant on the show. Television helps to recognize unknown professional and there is no doubt that those who do work in this field know the importance of their contribution. There’s no guarantee that a spin off show will be produced based on this character, but its interesting to see what a forensic accountant does while assisting law enforcement.

It is sounding better and better isn’t it?

How rewarding is a career as a forensic accountant?

It’s very rewarding. You’ll be able to work for insurance companies, financial institutions, local law enforcement or even the FBI.

If you love to join this rewarding profession, I encourage you to do more research on the web. You can do this by visiting websites that cover the profession in more detail.

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]]> http://ohioforensic.org/do-you-have-to-go-to-a-school-that-offers-forensics-as-a-course-to-become-a-forensic-scientist/feed/ 1 What do I have to do to become a Forensics Scientist? http://ohioforensic.org/what-do-i-have-to-do-to-become-a-forensics-scientist/ http://ohioforensic.org/what-do-i-have-to-do-to-become-a-forensics-scientist/#comments Thu, 06 May 2010 02:12:13 +0000 admin http://ohioforensic.org/what-do-i-have-to-do-to-become-a-forensics-scientist/ I wish to go into crime investigation as a Forensic Scientist, but I am not entirely sure how. Is there any college or program you would recommend? Also, with the economy being as it is, what are some other things I should consider?

]]> http://ohioforensic.org/what-do-i-have-to-do-to-become-a-forensics-scientist/feed/ 1 What Are The Best Jobs To Get If I Want To Become A Forensic Investigator But Currently Do Not Have A Degree? http://ohioforensic.org/what-are-the-best-jobs-to-get-if-i-want-to-become-a-forensic-investigator-but-currently-do-not-have-a-degree/ http://ohioforensic.org/what-are-the-best-jobs-to-get-if-i-want-to-become-a-forensic-investigator-but-currently-do-not-have-a-degree/#comments Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:52:52 +0000 admin http://ohioforensic.org/what-are-the-best-jobs-to-get-if-i-want-to-become-a-forensic-investigator-but-currently-do-not-have-a-degree/ I want a job at a firm that deals with either computer forensics, background investigation, private investigation, I am currently going to college but have a LONG way to go before I get a degree in Criminal justice. I heard town halls are good but I can not find anything online that deals with this sort of investigation and if it does then you need a degree. How do I begin my career before a degree? Please help!!!

]]> http://ohioforensic.org/what-are-the-best-jobs-to-get-if-i-want-to-become-a-forensic-investigator-but-currently-do-not-have-a-degree/feed/ 2 Is It Possible To Become A Computer Forensic With An Ecet Degree? http://ohioforensic.org/is-it-possible-to-become-a-computer-forensic-with-an-ecet-degree/ http://ohioforensic.org/is-it-possible-to-become-a-computer-forensic-with-an-ecet-degree/#comments Thu, 24 Sep 2009 04:53:54 +0000 admin http://ohioforensic.org/is-it-possible-to-become-a-computer-forensic-with-an-ecet-degree/ Hi, I’m attending Purdue University this fall, and I am an Electrical Engineering Major. I watch alot of crime shows like SVU and CI and decided to endevour in the exciting field of Information Technology. I was looking at the list of classes, and as an ECET elective, I can take part in Electrical Forensics, so that got me thinking, “Can I still do computer forensics?”.
I red online that you need a degree in computer science, as you might have to write codes, deprogram software and websites; but I have to write C language and as an option I can do C++ .. so technically speaking, the fields are covered. I just wanted to be sure.
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]]> http://ohioforensic.org/is-it-possible-to-become-a-computer-forensic-with-an-ecet-degree/feed/ 1 How Do I Get Into Computer Forensics? More Specifically How Do I Become A Computer Forensics Investigator? http://ohioforensic.org/how-do-i-get-into-computer-forensics-more-specifically-how-do-i-become-a-computer-forensics-investigator/ http://ohioforensic.org/how-do-i-get-into-computer-forensics-more-specifically-how-do-i-become-a-computer-forensics-investigator/#comments Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:18:34 +0000 admin http://ohioforensic.org/how-do-i-get-into-computer-forensics-more-specifically-how-do-i-become-a-computer-forensics-investigator/ i am currently doing a degree in software engineering. i really want to get into computer forensics.to be more specific i would like to become a computer forensics investigator. so where should i go from here? would it be a good idea to obtain a masters degree in criminal justice after i finish engineering? or is there an alternate path i should take? would it be a better idea to obtain a masters degree in computer forensics itself? what would you suggest i do when i complete my engineering. i understand that experience is extremely important but from what ive lerant online one of the main criteria for a computer forensic investigator is an extensice knowledge of computer science. so would it also be advisable to obtain a masters degree in criminal justice as well as something else? possibly a masters degree in computer engineering as well? as of now a computer investigator is a serious career opton for me so i am not taking this lightly at all. i would really appreciate any info amybody might be able to give me

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]]> http://ohioforensic.org/how-do-i-get-into-computer-forensics-more-specifically-how-do-i-become-a-computer-forensics-investigator/feed/ 2 I Want To Become A Forensic Scientist. What College Classes Should I Take? http://ohioforensic.org/i-want-to-become-a-forensic-scientist-what-college-classes-should-i-take/ http://ohioforensic.org/i-want-to-become-a-forensic-scientist-what-college-classes-should-i-take/#comments Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:29:21 +0000 admin http://ohioforensic.org/i-want-to-become-a-forensic-scientist-what-college-classes-should-i-take/ i’m going into my senior year of high school and its time for me to start looking at colleges.
i want to become a forensic scientist but i don’t know where i would even begin in terms of choosing college classes.
can someone please inform me on what classes i should take?
and what are some good colleges in the WESTERN NEW YORK area that have good forensic programs?

]]> http://ohioforensic.org/i-want-to-become-a-forensic-scientist-what-college-classes-should-i-take/feed/ 2 What Program Should I Do To Become A Forensic Anthropologist? http://ohioforensic.org/what-program-should-i-do-to-become-a-forensic-anthropologist/ http://ohioforensic.org/what-program-should-i-do-to-become-a-forensic-anthropologist/#comments Sun, 20 Sep 2009 05:15:32 +0000 admin http://ohioforensic.org/what-program-should-i-do-to-become-a-forensic-anthropologist/ I was advised by a faculty member from the university that I attend that I should focus my studies on physical anthropology when getting my B.A. and then after graduation I could get into the forensic program at another university. I really like archaeology as well and I wanted to do a double major in Anthropology and Archaeology at Simon Fraser University. My question is, will I still be able to do forensic anthropology with a double major in Anthropology and Archaeology?

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