A career as a chemical technician requires an associate's degree as a minimum. If you like testing products, working in a lab, and are detail-oriented, you may be interested in this career strand. This Science Buddies site lays out the requirements needed to become a chemical technician, as well as the education and job description. Included are interviews with people who have pursued this career. In addition, you can try out this career by doing some of the projects listed on the site.