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Criminal Justice Courses

Criminal justice courses can help you learn about legal systems, law enforcement practices, corrections, and crime prevention strategies. You can build skills in critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and effective communication in high-stress environments. Many courses introduce tools such as case management software, crime mapping technologies, and data analysis programs, that support analyzing crime trends and improving community safety.


Popular Criminal Justice Courses and Certifications


  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Social Pedagogy across Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Work, Pedagogy, Community and Social Work, Child Development, Community Development, Childhood Education and Development, Creativity, Education and Training, Working With Children, Family Support, Rapport Building

    ★ 4.5 (94) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Race and Cultural Diversity in American Life and History

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Sciences, Culture, Social Justice, World History, Socioeconomics, Political Sciences, Immigration Law

    ★ 4.6 (302) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • P

    Princeton University

    Effective Altruism

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Social Justice, Program Evaluation, Economic Development

    ★ 4.7 (825) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • Y

    Yale University

    Introduction to Religions & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environment, Biology, Environment and Resource Management, Social Justice, Culture, Natural Resource Management, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Life Sciences, Anthropology, World History, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, European History, Climate Change Mitigation, Advocacy

    ★ 4.8 (65) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism

    Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Social Justice, Discussion Facilitation, Community Organizing, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Training, Advocacy, Social Impact, Oral Expression, Rapport Building, Community Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Interviewing Skills, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Intercultural Competence, Culture

    ★ 4.7 (319) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Rédaction de contrats

    Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Contract Review, Commercial Laws, Litigation and Civil Justice, Legal Risk, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Legal Writing, Mediation, Coordination, Civil Law, Liquidation, Asset Protection

    ★ 4.8 (886) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    Sciences Po

    Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Immigration Law, World History, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue, Governance, European History, Demography, Sociology, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Socioeconomics, Policy Development, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Case Studies, Human Development

    ★ 4.6 (135) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Claves para la igualdad de género

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Socioeconomics, Health Equity, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Impact, Diversity Training, Advocacy, Social Work, Cultural Sensitivity, Community Development, Family Law, Community and Social Work, Public Policies

    ★ 4.8 (987) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • R

    Rice University

    Organizational Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Diversity Programs, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Human Resource Strategy, Strategic Planning, Employee Retention, Demography, Workplace inclusivity, Benchmarking, Human Resources Management and Planning, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Talent Recruitment, Human Resources, Employee Training, Recruitment Strategies, Leadership and Management

    ★ 4.8 (338) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Utrecht University

    Human Rights for Open Societies

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Studies, Human Services, Court Systems, Political Sciences, Immigration Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Diversity Awareness, European History, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Civil Law, Adjudication, Legal Proceedings, Case Law, Media and Communications

    ★ 4.8 (624) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Houston

    American Deaf Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Social Justice, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Communication Disorders, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Language Learning, Special Education, Education and Training, Non-Verbal Communication, Civil Law

    ★ 4.5 (394) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Preview
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    Credit offered
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Conceptos básicos para la igualdad de género

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Impact

    ★ 4.8 (663) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular criminal justice courses

  • Social Pedagogy across Europe : Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Race and Cultural Diversity in American Life and History: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Effective Altruism: Princeton University
  • Introduction to Religions & Ecology: Yale University
  • Anti-Racism: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Rédaction de contrats: University of Geneva
  • Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial: Sciences Po
  • Claves para la igualdad de género: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Organizational Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Rice University
  • Human Rights for Open Societies: Utrecht University

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