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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 California, Santa Cruz

    The Holocaust: The Destruction of European Jewry

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Public History, Social Justice, European History, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Discussion Facilitation, Storytelling, Political Sciences, Writing

    4.6
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    Politecnico di Milano

    Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Responsible AI, Social Impact, Decision Intelligence, Social Studies

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    316 reviews

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    Yale University

    South Asian Religions & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    University of Washington

    Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, European History, Social Studies, World History, Economic Development, Ancient History, International Relations, Sociology, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Social Justice, Political Sciences

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Tel Aviv University

    The History of Modern Israel - Part II: Challenges of Israel as a sovereign state

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Social Sciences, International Relations, World History, Socioeconomics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Culture, Political Sciences, Sociology, Diplomacy, Public History, Social Impact, Public Safety and National Security, Demography, Public Affairs, Economics, Governance

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    342 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Social Justice, Geographic Information Systems, Sustainable Business, Geospatial Information and Technology, Environmental Policy, Culture Transformation, Environmental Issue, Environmental Regulations, Environment, GIS Software, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Datamaps, Health Disparities, Leadership, Collaboration, Financial Analysis, Critical Thinking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    59 reviews

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    Imperial College London

    Participatory Approaches in Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Equity, Community Health, Diversity Awareness, Social Determinants Of Health, Policy Analysis, Research, Health Promotion, Community Organizing, Research Methodologies, Social Justice, Program Evaluation, Social Sciences, Case Studies, Qualitative Research, Research Design, Culture, Collaboration, Driving engagement, Social Impact

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    Copyright Law in the Music Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Music, Litigation and Civil Justice, Musical Composition, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Digital Assets, Case Law, Commercial Laws

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Climate Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Issue, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Systems, Environment, Social Justice, Sustainable Business, Environmental Science, Community Outreach, Advocacy

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Innovation, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Social Impact, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Policy Development, Digital Transformation, Governance, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Public Art and Pedagogy

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Peer Review, Pedagogy, Art History, Public History, Digital pedagogy, Social Sciences, Aesthetics, Community Organizing, Community Outreach, Education and Training, Social Justice, Creativity, Political Sciences, Higher Education, Community Development, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Team Collaboration

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Property and Liability: An Introduction to Law and Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Civil Law, Adjudication, Litigation and Civil Justice, Property and Real Estate, Personal Injury Law, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Resource Allocation, Compensation Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular criminal justice courses

  • The Holocaust: The Destruction of European Jewry: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Ethics of Artificial Intelligence: Politecnico di Milano
  • South Asian Religions & Ecology: Yale University
  • Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities: University of Washington
  • The History of Modern Israel - Part II: Challenges of Israel as a sovereign state: Tel Aviv University
  • Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future: University of Michigan
  • Participatory Approaches in Public Health: Imperial College London
  • Copyright Law in the Music Business: Berklee
  • Climate Solutions: The University of Edinburgh
  • Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

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