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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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    Utrecht University

    Responsible Conduct of Research

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Intellectual Property, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Higher Education, Social Justice, Data Management, Mentorship

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    183 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sciences Po

    Cities are back in town : sociologĂ­a 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, International Relations, Economics, Demography, Political Sciences, Public Policies, European History

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    87 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Reconstructing America's Story

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Social Studies, Social Justice, Court Systems, Liberal Arts, Public History, Political Sciences, Storytelling, Policy Analysis, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Advocacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Notre Dame

    Leadership for an Increasingly Diverse World

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Social Justice, Diversity Training, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Organizational Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Leadership, Leadership Development, Self-Awareness, Adaptability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    What does it mean to identify as Transgender or Gender Non-Conforming (TGNC)?

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Health Disparities, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Health Equity, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Advocacy, Human Development, Public Policies, Mental Health, Health Policy, Public History, Media and Communications

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    111 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad CatĂłlica del PerĂş

    GestiĂłn de la Diversidad, Equidad, InclusiĂłn y Pertenencia

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Training, Diversity Programs, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Human Resource Strategy, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Justice, Human Resources, Intercultural Competence, Disabilities, Human Resource Policies, Communication Strategies, Vulnerability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and protest

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, World History, European History, Policy Analysis, Social Studies, Political Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Lausanne

    Dopage : Sports, Organisations et Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Medical Laboratory, Legal Proceedings, Biochemistry, Analytical Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Substance Abuse, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Arbitration, Psychosocial Assessments, Culture, Social Sciences, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Regulatory Compliance, Sociology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Psychology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    162 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Copenhagen

    European Citizenship – Development, Scope, and Challenges

    Skills you'll gain: European History, Immigration Law, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Case Law, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Advocacy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Negotiation, Mediation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership Studies, Leadership, Emergency Response, International Relations, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Governance, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Needs Assessment

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Mobile Security

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Security, Digital Forensics, Investigation, Mobile Development, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Cybersecurity, iOS Development, Application Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Computer Security Incident Management, Computer Security, Incident Response, Data Analysis Software, Authentications, Data Integrity, Data Storage

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Responsible Conduct of Research: Utrecht University
  • Cities are back in town : sociologĂ­a urbana para un mundo globalizado: Sciences Po
  • Reconstructing America's Story: University of Pennsylvania
  • Leadership for an Increasingly Diverse World: The University of Notre Dame
  • What does it mean to identify as Transgender or Gender Non-Conforming (TGNC)?: University of Minnesota
  • GestiĂłn de la Diversidad, Equidad, InclusiĂłn y Pertenencia: Pontificia Universidad CatĂłlica del PerĂş
  • Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and protest: University of London
  • Dopage : Sports, Organisations et Sciences: University of Lausanne
  • European Citizenship – Development, Scope, and Challenges: University of Copenhagen
  • Introduction to Political Citizenship: University of Geneva

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