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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


  • Y

    Yale University

    America's Written Constitution

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Case Law, Political Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Social Studies, Social Justice, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Governance, Public History

    ★ 4.8 (467) · Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    University of London

    Refugees in the 21st Century

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Case Studies, International Relations, Diplomacy, World History, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Demography, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Peer Review, European History

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

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  • C

    Campus BBVA

    The ABC of sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Sustainability Standards, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Health Equity, Economic Development, Environment and Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Issue, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Finance, Economics, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Critical Thinking

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

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  • U

    University of Virginia

    Foundations of Diversity and Inclusion at Work TeachOut

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Programs, Diversity Awareness, Organizational Change, Discussion Facilitation, Culture Transformation, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Leadership, Social Justice, Conflict Management, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Business Strategy

    ★ 4.4 (154) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
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    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

    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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  • 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
  • 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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  • N

    New York University

    Climate Change and Human Rights

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Environmental Issue, Legal Proceedings, Legal Strategy, Social Justice, Environmental Policy, Lawsuits, Litigation and Civil Justice, Sustainable Development, Environmental Laws, Climate Change Adaptation, Advocacy, Climate Change Mitigation

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

    Category: Free
    Free
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    Credit offered
  • Y

    Yonsei University

    Sustainable Development in the 21st Century with Ban Ki-moon

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economic Development, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Environmental Policy, Health Equity, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, International Relations, Social Justice, Strategic Partnership, Climate Change Adaptation, Education and Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Climate Change Mitigation, Empowerment, Governance, Innovation

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

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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Copyright Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Case Law, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Case Studies, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Musical Composition, Litigation and Civil Justice

    ★ 4.8 (392) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • America's Written Constitution: Yale University
  • Refugees in the 21st Century: University of London
  • The ABC of sustainability : Campus BBVA
  • Foundations of Diversity and Inclusion at Work TeachOut: University of Virginia
  • Introduction to Religions & Ecology: Yale University
  • Social Pedagogy across Europe : Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Effective Altruism: Princeton University
  • American Deaf Culture: University of Houston
  • Climate Change and Human Rights: New York University
  • Sustainable Development in the 21st Century with Ban Ki-moon: Yonsei University

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