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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    History of Racial Inequity in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Justice, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health, Medicaid, Health Systems, Health Policy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Diversity Awareness, Anthropology, Community Health, Social Sciences, Sociology, Medicare, Community Organizing, Biology

    ★ 4.6 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidad Austral

    Educación Básica en Contextos Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Diversity Awareness, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Community Organizing, Parent Communication, Strategic Planning, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Family Support, Collaboration, Teamwork, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Prioritization, Cultural Sensitivity, Socioeconomics, Communication

    ★ 4.8 (606) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    American Politics, Society, and History

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Culture, Sociology, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, International Relations, Court Systems, Governance

    ★ 4 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Building Design, Health Equity, Health And Safety Standards, Sustainable Design, Community Health, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Community Development, Sustainability Standards, Social Justice, Product Lifecycle Management

    ★ 4.8 (46) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The University of Notre Dame

    Why Business? What is the Role of Business in a Just and Humane Society

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Market Dynamics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Economics, Economics, Socioeconomics, Supply And Demand, Business, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Social Justice, Public Policies

    ★ 4.7 (32) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Thought Experiments: An introduction to philosophy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Political Sciences, Creativity, Experimentation, Case Studies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 3.9 (22) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Entrepreneurship, Systems Thinking, Personal Development, Personal Attributes, Feasibility Studies, Ideation, Social Justice, Problem Solving, Needs Assessment, Self-Awareness, Community Development, Case Studies, Resilience, Overcoming Obstacles

    ★ 4.7 (78) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Leadership and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Negotiation, Mediation, Leadership Studies, Conflict Management, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Diplomacy, Leadership Development, Social Justice, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Public Policies, Emergency Response, Strategic Leadership, Public Administration, Community Organizing, Governance

    ★ 4.7 (47) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism II

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Awareness, Oral Expression, Social Justice, Rapport Building, Interviewing Skills, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Sociology, Advocacy, Storytelling, Multimedia

    ★ 4.5 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Differentiated Instruction, Education and Training, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Digital pedagogy, Special Education, Human Learning, Teaching, Pedagogy, Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Social Justice, Socioeconomics

    ★ 4.5 (36) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    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 (69) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    Tata Institute of Social Sciences

    Making Public Policies Work: The Last-mile Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, Policy Analysis, Social and Human Services, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Program Implementation, Social Justice, Public Affairs, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Community Development, Social Work, Diversity and Inclusion, Lobbying, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Benefits Administration, Economic Development

    ★ 4.4 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • History of Racial Inequity in Healthcare: University of Michigan
  • Educación Básica en Contextos Rurales: Universidad Austral
  • American Politics, Society, and History: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Building Materials and Human Health: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Why Business? What is the Role of Business in a Just and Humane Society: The University of Notre Dame
  • Thought Experiments: An introduction to philosophy: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started: University of Michigan
  • Leadership and Society: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Anti-Racism II: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Negotiating Learner Differences: Towards Productive Diversity in Learning: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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