Team
Forensic Science
Team of 2. A written test, then a case-study analysis with evidence, police reports, and an autopsy.
What to study
Crime scene & death investigation
About 20% of the test, plus forensic history and careers.
Toxicology & anthropology
Forensic toxicology/pharmacology and skeletal analysis.
Medical foundation
Strong medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and pathophysiology for the case study.
Prep links
Official guideline
Test plan + reference texts (Bertino; Bell).
Official HOSA resources can move or stall. If this link fails, use the current Guidelines hub or ask for the class copy.
Khan Academy: Health & MedicineFree A&P background for the case study.
MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaFree terminology and pathology reference.