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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


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    University of Amsterdam

    Being Smart about Cycling Futures

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Case Studies, Sustainable Technologies, Critical Thinking, Research, Emerging Technologies

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Negociar con sentido: ¿Competir, colaborar o ceder?

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Game Theory, Conflict Management, Behavioral Economics, Psychology, Decision Making, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Influencing, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Justice, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yad Vashem

    Chosen Issues in Holocaust History

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, European History, Social Studies, World History, Social Justice, Culture, Public History, Political Sciences, Psychology, Policy Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Global Perspectives of DEI in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Intercultural Competence, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Programs, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Employee Retention, Leadership Studies, Talent Recruitment, Human Resources, Self-Awareness, Workforce Development, Organizational Leadership, Human Resource Strategy

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    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

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    University of Washington

    Ukraine: History of Civil Society

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Justice, Community Organizing, Social Sciences, Community Development, Culture, Cultural Diversity, European History, Public Policies, World History, Political Sciences, Advocacy, Journalism, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Affairs, Governance, Media and Communications

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism III

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

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    The University of Sydney

    Confident Conversations About Race and Racism

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Training, Discussion Facilitation, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Sociology, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Advocacy, Interpersonal Communications

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions 1

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Mitigation, Social Justice, Social Impact, Community Organizing, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Social Sciences, Community Development, Health Equity, Environmental Policy, Environment, Persuasive Communication, Environmental Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Melbourne

    Contemporary India

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Culture, Socioeconomics, Diplomacy, Ancient History, World History, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Anthropology, Public Policies, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Economics, Market Dynamics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Structural Racism: Causes of Health Inequities in the U.S.

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Health Policy, Social Justice, Social Determinants Of Health, Policy Analysis, Public Health, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Advocacy, Sociology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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, Social Sciences, Community Development, Health Equity, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Technologies, Consumer Behaviour, Environmental Policy

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular criminal justice courses

  • Being Smart about Cycling Futures: University of Amsterdam
  • Negociar con sentido: ¿Competir, colaborar o ceder?: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Chosen Issues in Holocaust History: Yad Vashem
  • Global Perspectives of DEI in the Workplace: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology as Activism: Rice University
  • Ukraine: History of Civil Society: University of Washington
  • Anti-Racism III: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Confident Conversations About Race and Racism: The University of Sydney
  • Bending the Curve: Climate Change Solutions 1: University of California San Diego
  • Contemporary India : The University of Melbourne

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