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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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    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Building Materials and Human Health

    Skills you'll gain: Environment Health And Safety, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Sustainable Architecture, Occupational Health, Health Equity, Building Design, Health And Safety Standards, Sustainable Design, Community Health, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Community Development, Sustainability Standards, Social Justice, Product Lifecycle Management

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    University of Geneva

    Introduction to Political Citizenship

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Sociology, Social Impact, Public Affairs

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ESSEC Business School

    La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Innovation, Tax, Corporate Sustainability, Program Evaluation, Legal Risk, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Tax Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Economics, Decision Making, Psychology, Behavioral Economics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Social Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Psychology, Social Skills, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Sustainable Development, Legal Proceedings, Critical Thinking

    Build toward a degree

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Notre Dame

    Ethics of Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Machine Learning, Business Ethics, AI literacy, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Social Justice, Technical Design, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    Christianity & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, World History, European History, Climate Change Adaptation, Liberal Arts, Culture, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Advocacy, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Climate Change and Global Affairs

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Programs, Energy and Utilities, Social Justice, Social Impact, Environmental Issue, Environment, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Mitigation, Public Policies, Emerging Technologies, Pollution Prevention, International Relations, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Diplomacy, Governance

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Activismo y Movimientos Sociales

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Community Organizing, World History, Social Justice, Culture, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Advocacy, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Diversity Awareness, Performing Arts, Creativity, Health Equity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Queering the Schoolhouse: LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Development, Education and Training, Diversity Training, Workplace inclusivity, Advocacy, Student Support and Services, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Programs, Community Organizing, Lifelong Learning, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Justice

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Sydney

    Using clinical health data for better healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Patient Communication, Health Informatics, Telehealth, Clinical Informatics, Health Care, Health Systems, Patient Education and Support, Health Information Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Quality, Health Policy, Clinical Data Management, Electronic Medical Record, Digital Communications, Data Management, Data Governance, Data Sharing, Analytics, Data Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Frontières en tous genres

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Culture, Case Studies, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, World History, European History

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    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, Community Organizing, Governance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Building Materials and Human Health: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Introduction to Political Citizenship: University of Geneva
  • La Philanthropie : Comprendre et Agir: ESSEC Business School
  • Social Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Ethics of Technology: The University of Notre Dame
  • Christianity & Ecology: Yale University
  • Climate Change and Global Affairs: Council on Foreign Relations
  • ART of the MOOC: Activismo y Movimientos Sociales: Duke University
  • Queering the Schoolhouse: LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Educators: University of Colorado System
  • Using clinical health data for better healthcare: The University of Sydney

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