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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.


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Popular Criminal Justice Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    #talkmentalillness

    Skills you'll gain: Community Mental Health Services, Mental Health, Psychiatry, Mental Health Therapies, Health Disparities, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cultural Diversity, Behavioral Health, Substance Abuse, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Advocacy

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    Indian Institute for Human Settlements

    Reimagining Education for Equity

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Child Development, Community Development, Working With Children, Education and Training, Socioeconomics, Higher Education, Pedagogy, Sustainable Development, Cultural Diversity, Social Impact, Teaching, Curriculum Development, Policy Analysis, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Studies, Sociology, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Equity, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Issue, Land Management, Intercultural Competence, Culture Transformation, Public History, Relationship Building

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción a la regulación del comercio internacional

    Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, International Relations, Regulatory Compliance, World History, Global Marketing, Economics, Social Justice, Environmental Issue

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 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, Sustainable Development, Anthropology, Environment, Case Studies, Community Development, Climate Change Programs, Cultural Sensitivity, World History, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Cambio Climático: México en el contexto de América Latina

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Policy, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Environment, Water Resources, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Social Determinants Of Health, Environmental Science, International Relations, Public Policies, Public Health, Systems Thinking, Economics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Power of Sport in American Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Media and Communications, Intercultural Competence, Diversity and Inclusion, Social Impact, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    ¿Cómo planificar viviendas verdes y resilientes?

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Sustainable Architecture, Architectural Design, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Justice, Sustainable Design, Building Design, Climate Change Mitigation, Construction, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Technologies, Design Strategies, Sustainability Standards, Resilience, Project Finance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Notre Dame

    Sacred Texts in Dialogue: Exploring the Bible and the Qur'an

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Research, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of North Texas

    Pathways to Civic Engagement

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Disabilities, Community Organizing, Community Development, Immigration Law, Community Outreach, Social Skills, Social Impact, Community and Social Work, Social and Human Services, Social Work, Social Justice, Empathy, Communication, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Student Engagement

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Storying the Self: (Re)Claiming our Voices

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Storytelling, Social Skills, Empathy, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Social Justice, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Urbanization and Development: Practice, Theory, and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Political Sciences, International Relations, Governance, Innovation, Sociology, Policy Analysis, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Case Studies

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

  • #talkmentalillness: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Reimagining Education for Equity: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
  • Ongoing U.S. Settler Colonialism & Native Peoples Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introducción a la regulación del comercio internacional: Universidad de los Andes
  • Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology as Activism: Rice University
  • Cambio Climático: México en el contexto de América Latina: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • The Power of Sport in American Culture: University of Colorado Boulder
  • ¿Cómo planificar viviendas verdes y resilientes?: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Sacred Texts in Dialogue: Exploring the Bible and the Qur'an: The University of Notre Dame
  • Pathways to Civic Engagement: University of North Texas

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