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[Occupation] Environmental Science and Protection Technicians [Job Duties] Environmental science and protection technicians do laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those affecting public health. Many work under the supervision of environmental scientists and specialists, who direct the technicians’ work and evaluate their results. [2012 MEDIAN PAY] $41,240 [ENTRY-LEVEL EDUCATION] 
Associate’s degree
A s s o c i a t e ’ s d e g r e e
B a c h e l o r ’ s d e g r e e
Chemical Technicians : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
ENTRY-LEVEL EDUCATION