How to Become an FBI Profiler in Behavioral Analysis
The Federal Bureau of Investigation's National Center for the Analysis of Violent Crime (NCAVC) hires special agents trained in the behavioral sciences to analyze criminal behavior, assess a criminal's threat level, provide interrogation strategies and trial support. While the NCAVC technically doesn't hire profilers in behavioral analysis, special agents in this division perform the same duties as a profiler.
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Meet the minimum requirements. You must be at least 23 years of age, a resident of the United States and have a valid driver's license. According to the FBI, all special agents, including the ones working for the NCAVC in behavioral analysis, must meet these requirements.
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Graduate with a four-year degree from an accredited institution of higher learning. While the NCAVC accepts all four-year degrees for its behavior analyst positions, a degree in psychology, behavioral or forensic science is preferred.
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Become an FBI special agent. Before an applicant can be appointed to a special unit such as NCAVC, he must first become a special agent. Special agent training last 20 weeks and includes intensive physical training and instruction on investigation techniques.
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Work for three years as an FBI special agent. According to the FBI, three years of work experience is required before a special agent can apply for a position in a special unit. Since NCAVC positions are highly competitive, it is recommended that applicants have at least 8 to 10 years of experience.
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Tips & Warnings
Applicants with experience in investigating violent crimes are preferred for NCAVC positions.
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"a degree in psychology, behavioral or forensic science" psychology is the study of human behavior.
