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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 Western Australia

    Gender Equality

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Justice, Disabilities, Sociology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Advocacy, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Research

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    197 reviews

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    Universidad de Chile

    Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Health Equity, Education and Training, Social Justice, Social Determinants Of Health, Community and Social Work, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Human Centered Design, Health Care

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    365 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
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    New York University

    Climate Change and Human Rights

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    890 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    Introduction to Religions & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Environment, Social Justice, Culture, Sustainable Development, Anthropology, World History, Intercultural Competence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    64 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    Yonsei University

    Gender, Family, and Social Change in Contemporary South Korea

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Cultural Sensitivity, World History, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    322 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Diversity and Inclusion in Education

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Pedagogy, Education and Training, Differentiated Instruction, Teaching, Special Education, Disabilities, Cultural Diversity, Instructional Strategies, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Higher Education, Social Justice, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Student Engagement

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    389 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Wesleyan University

    How to Change the World

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Social Sciences, Philanthropy, Community Development, Health Care, Sociology, Public Health, Empowerment, Climate Change Adaptation, Economics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    279 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Age of Jefferson

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Social Justice, Public History, Social Studies, World History, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Advocacy, Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    461 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Modern American Poetry

    Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Oral Expression, Music, World History, Creativity, Aesthetics, Writing and Editing

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    106 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    Yonsei University

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

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environment, Economic Development, Sustainability Standards, Water Sustainability, Community Development, Corporate Sustainability, International Relations, Social Justice, Strategic Partnership, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Sciences, Empowerment, Education and Training, Governance, Innovation, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    262 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Geneva

    Le Bien, le Juste, l'Utile. Introduction aux Ʃthiques philosophiques

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Liberal Arts, Case Studies, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Research, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Personal Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    628 reviews

    Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    I

    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice: The Public Health Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Healthcare Ethics, Preventative Care, Social Determinants Of Health, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Health Systems, Political Sciences, Social Justice, Program Evaluation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    523 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Gender Equality:Ā University of Western Australia
  • Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.:Ā Universidad de Chile
  • Climate Change and Human Rights:Ā New York University
  • Introduction to Religions & Ecology:Ā Yale University
  • Gender, Family, and Social Change in Contemporary South Korea:Ā Yonsei University
  • Diversity and Inclusion in Education:Ā University of Glasgow
  • How to Change the World:Ā Wesleyan University
  • Age of Jefferson:Ā University of Virginia
  • Modern American Poetry:Ā University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Sustainable Development in the 21st Century with Ban Ki-moon:Ā Yonsei University

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