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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

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Con gafas violeta: igualdad de género en la escuela

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Justice, Education and Training, Culture, Student Support and Services, Crisis Intervention

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

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  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Cambio Climático: México en el contexto de América Latina

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Social Justice, Water Resources, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Public Policies, Social Studies, International Relations, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Natural Resource Management, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Development, Health Equity, Water Resource Management, Policy Analysis

    ★ 5 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Benjamin Franklin and His World

    Skills you'll gain: European History, Social Studies, World History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public History, Social Justice, International Relations, Political Sciences, Diplomacy, Diversity Awareness

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism III

    Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Social Justice, Community Organizing, Diversity Awareness, Advocacy, Social Impact, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Community Development, Cultural Diversity

    ★ 5 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Economics: Society, Markets, and [In]equality

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Systems, Social Studies, Economics, Market Dynamics, Social Justice, Economic Development, Labor Relations, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, International Relations, Business Economics, World History, Financial Systems, Behavioral Economics, Financial Policy, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Communication

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Programs, Mitigation, Social Justice, Social Impact, Electric Power Systems, Community Organizing, Social Determinants Of Health, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Health Disparities, Pollution Prevention, Community Development, Health Equity, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Technologies, Consumer Behaviour, Environmental Policy, Environmental Engineering

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Caring for Others

    Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Child Welfare, Sociology, Long Term Care, Dignity in Care, Health Care, Surveys, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Culture, Care Management, Socioeconomics, Liberal Arts, Supply And Demand, Social Work, Healthcare Ethics, Human Services, Media and Communications, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity

    ★ 4.8 (35) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • Y

    Yale University

    The Making of Modern Ukraine

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, European History, Political Sciences, Ancient History, Public Safety and National Security, Social Sciences, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Sociology, Liberal Arts, Governance

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology as Activism

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Social Impact, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Ancient History, Environment, Case Studies, Community Development, Climate Change Programs, Community Outreach, Culture, Diversity Awareness, World History, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Global Health Program Equity and Quality: Plan and Manage

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Social Justice, Community Health, Health Systems, Health Administration, Health Care Administration, Healthcare Ethics, Infectious Diseases, Program Evaluation, Governance, Preventative Care, Community Outreach, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Case Studies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Geneva

    Se former à l'égalité

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Education and Training, Diversity Training, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Pedagogy, Diversity Awareness, Teaching, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Student Support and Services, Diversity Programs, Research, Cultural Diversity, Instructional Strategies, Writing, Discussion Facilitation, Conflict Management

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Suffering and the Human Condition

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Culture, Liberal Arts, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Electronic Media, World History, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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

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

  • Con gafas violeta: igualdad de género en la escuela: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Cambio Climático: México en el contexto de América Latina: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Benjamin Franklin and His World: University of Pennsylvania
  • Anti-Racism III: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Economics: Society, Markets, and [In]equality: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions: University of California San Diego
  • Caring for Others: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Making of Modern Ukraine: Yale University
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology as Activism: Rice University
  • Global Health Program Equity and Quality: Plan and Manage: Johns Hopkins University

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