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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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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Innovative Governance of Large Urban Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Community Development, Governance, Land Management, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Public Administration, Information Technology, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Financial Policy, Social Impact, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Sustentabilidad: los desafíos desde Latinoamérica

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Environment, Environmental Science, Socioeconomics, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Design, Social Justice, Climate Change Adaptation, Natural Resource Management, Social Impact, Social Sciences, Climate Change Mitigation, Human Development

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    University of Geneva

    Se former à l'égalité

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Education and Training, Diversity Training, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Pedagogy, Diversity Awareness, Teaching, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Student Support and Services, Diversity Programs, Research, Cultural Diversity, Instructional Strategies, Writing, Discussion Facilitation, Conflict Management

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    Rice University

    Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Active Listening, Compassion, Meditation & Breathwork, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Communication, Social Impact, Relationship Building, Social Justice

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    Universidad Austral

    Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Teaching, Planning, Social Justice, Education and Training, Trustworthiness, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Collaboration, Teamwork, Program Evaluation, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Prioritization, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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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 Responsiveness, Cultural Sensitivity, Advocacy, Human Development, Public Policies, Mental Health, Family Support, Health Policy, Public History, Media and Communications

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Constructive Feedback, Social Sciences, Art History, Community Development, Community Organizing, Pedagogy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Aesthetics, Creativity, Education and Training, Cooperation, Culture, Digital pedagogy, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Collaboration

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    In Search for the Origins of Korean Philosophy

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Liberal Arts, Cultural Sensitivity, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, World History, Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Research, Literacy

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Animals and Institutions

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropology, Healthcare Ethics, Social Sciences, Culture, Environment, Laboratory Research, General Science and Research, Sociology, Social Justice, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care, Food and Beverage, Social Impact, Nutrition and Diet, Advocacy

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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 Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Adaptability

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Building Sustainable Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Laws, Sustainable Development, Land Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Community Development, Land Development, Climate Change Programs, Social Impact, Social Justice, Stormwater Management, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Water Sustainability, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Environment, Climate Change Mitigation, Policy Development

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    University of Geneva

    In the footsteps of Zika… approaching the unknown

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Infection Control, Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Determinants Of Health, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Health Equity, Emergency Response, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Justice, Media and Communications, Neurology, Anthropology, Maternal Health, Diagnostic Tests, Research

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

  • Innovative Governance of Large Urban Systems: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Sustentabilidad: los desafíos desde Latinoamérica: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Se former à l'égalité: University of Geneva
  • Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out: Rice University
  • Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales: Universidad Austral
  • What does it mean to identify as Transgender or Gender Non-Conforming (TGNC)?: University of Minnesota
  • ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía : Duke University
  • In Search for the Origins of Korean Philosophy: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Animals and Institutions: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Leadership for an Increasingly Diverse World: The University of Notre Dame

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