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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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    Rice University

    America Through Foreign Eyes

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Intercultural Competence, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, World History, Political Sciences, Economics, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Social Justice

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    410 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    316 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    351 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    The Influence of Social Determinants on Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Health Assessment, Social Justice, Intercultural Competence, Epidemiology, Socioeconomics, Health Systems, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Cultural Responsiveness, Behavioral Health, Diversity Awareness, Social Studies, Mental and Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    80 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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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

    4.8
    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

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Animals and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Healthcare Ethics, Environment, Laboratory Research, Child Welfare, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, General Science and Research, Media and Communications, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care, Cultural Diversity, Food and Beverage, Social Impact

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    216 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    245 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    The Nature of Genius

    Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Creativity, Innovation, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Studies, Human Development, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Psychology, Child Development, Art History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    216 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    129 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Zurich

    Asian Environmental Humanities: Landscapes in Transition

    Skills you'll gain: Landscape Architecture, Environmental Issue, Environment, Sustainable Development, Aesthetics, Sustainable Systems, Cultural Sensitivity, Environmental Policy, Liberal Arts, Social Studies, Culture, Socioeconomics, Land Management, Social Sciences, Pollution Prevention, Community Development, Art History, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Sociology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    192 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • America Through Foreign Eyes: Rice University
  • Ethics of Artificial Intelligence: Politecnico di Milano
  • Ukraine: History, Culture and Identities: University of Washington
  • The Influence of Social Determinants on Health: University of Michigan
  • 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
  • Animals and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Ciudades en crisis y nuevas políticas urbanas: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • The Nature of Genius: Yale University

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