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Learn about the most important skills for Forensic Science Technicians. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each skill.

Importance*More Info
1.Science96
2.Speaking90
3.Quality Control Analysis84
4.Reading Comprehension77
5.Critical Thinking73
6.Writing72
Active Listening72
8.Active Learning71
9.Equipment Selection70
10.Coordination68
* Importance out of 100

Score Key
  Importance for success in this profession
  Level of proficiency needed

Skill Area Scores

Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
96
72
Conduct standard tests to determine soil quality"Conduct product tests to ensure safety standards are met, following written instructions"Conduct analyses of aerodynamic systems to determine the practicality of an aircraft design
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
90
76
Greet tourists and explain tourist attractionsInterview applicants to obtain personal and work historyArgue a legal case before the Supreme Court
Quality Control Analysis
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
84
75
Inspect a draft memorandum for clerical errorsMeasure new part requisitions for tolerance to specificationsDevelop procedures to test a prototype of a new computer system
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
77
79
Read step-by-step instructions for completing a formRead a memo from management describing new personnel policiesRead a scientific journal article describing surgical procedures
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
73
75
Determine whether a subordinate has a good excuse for being lateEvaluate customer complaints and determine appropriate responsesWrite legal brief challenging a federal law
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
72
68
Take a telephone messageWrite a memo to staff outlining new directivesWrite a novel for publication
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
72
72
Take a customer's orderAnswer inquiries regarding credit referencesPreside as judge in a complex legal disagreement
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
71
78
Think about the implications of a newspaper article for job opportunitiesDetermine the impact of new menu changes on a restaurant's purchasing requirementsIdentify the implications of a new scientific theory for product design
Equipment Selection
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
70
66
Select a screwdriver to use in adjusting a vehicle's carburetorChoose a software application to use to complete a work assignmentIdentify the equipment needed to produce a new product line
Coordination
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
68
68
Schedule appointments for a medical clinicWork with others to put a new roof on a houseWork as director of a consulting project calling for interaction with multiple subcontractors