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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

    University of Michigan

    History of Racial Inequity in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Justice, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health, Medicaid, Health Systems, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Diversity Awareness, Community Health, Social Sciences, Medicare, Community Organizing, Biology

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

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

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Affairs, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Game Theory, Demography, Mathematical Modeling, Decision Intelligence, General Mathematics, Diversity Awareness, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.7 (27) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Geneva

    Introduction to Political Citizenship

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Sociology

    ★ 4.8 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Sciences Po

    Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Culture, Economic Development, Sociology, Sustainable Development, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, World History, Economics, Demography, Political Sciences, Public Policies, European History, Internet Of Things, Governance, Research Methodologies

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

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

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Foundations of Trauma Informed Pedagogy

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Working With Children, Trauma Care, Childhood Education and Development, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, K-12 pedagogy, Disabilities, Advocacy, Social Justice, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Student Support and Services, Self-Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Responsiveness

    ★ 4.8 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Climate Resilience and Urban Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Laws, Sustainable Development, Land Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Land Development, Climate Change Programs, Community Development, Environmental Policy, Social Impact, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Environment, Socioeconomics, Economic Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Policy Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Petroleum Industry

    ★ 5 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    The University of Edinburgh

    Human Rights-based Approach to Dignity in Care (DIGNISPACE)

    Skills you'll gain: Dignity in Care, Empowerment, Healthcare Ethics, Accountability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Interactive Learning, Social Justice, Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Health Equity, Patient-centered Care, Advocacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    ★ 5 (7) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Animals and Institutions

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Healthcare Ethics, Social Sciences, Culture, Environment, Laboratory Research, General Science and Research, Sociology, Social Justice, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care, Food and Beverage, Social Impact, Nutrition and Diet, Advocacy

    ★ 4.7 (69) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Duke University

    Theology for Personal Spiritual Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Personal Integrity, Compassion, Habit Formation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Optimism, Aesthetics, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Empathy, Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Teaching, Community Development, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Music, Leadership, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity

    ★ 4.6 (43) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Rice University

    Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Active Listening, Compassion, Meditation & Breathwork, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Communication, Social Impact, Relationship Building, Social Justice

    ★ 4.9 (57) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Emory University

    Public Health Approaches to Abortion

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Social Justice, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Medical Practices and Procedures, Social Determinants Of Health, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Family Planning, Diversity Awareness, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Healthcare Ethics, Gynecology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Public Policies, Research

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

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

    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: What is a Socially Just University

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Teaching, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Programs, Pedagogy, Higher Education, Diversity Awareness, Student Engagement, Community and Social Work, Cultural Diversity, Research, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Community Organizing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • History of Racial Inequity in Healthcare: University of Michigan
  • The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Political Citizenship: University of Geneva
  • Cities are back in town : sociología urbana para un mundo globalizado: Sciences Po
  • Foundations of Trauma Informed Pedagogy: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Climate Resilience and Urban Sustainability: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Human Rights-based Approach to Dignity in Care (DIGNISPACE): The University of Edinburgh
  • Animals and Institutions: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Theology for Personal Spiritual Growth: Duke University
  • Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out: Rice University

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