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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 Pennsylvania

    Benjamin Franklin and His World

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Social Justice, Ethical Standards And Conduct, World History, Cultural Diversity, Journalism, International Relations, Public History, Political Sciences, Governance, Diplomacy

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Gestión de la Diversidad, Equidad, Inclusión y Pertenencia

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Social Justice, Human Resources, Intercultural Competence, Disabilities, Communication Strategies, Vulnerability

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

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    Rice University

    Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Compassion, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Mental Concentration, Sustainable Development, Social Justice, Stress Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Global Perspectives of DEI in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Empathy, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Recognizing Others, Employee Retention, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Organizational Leadership, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment Strategies, Training Programs, Cognitive flexibility, Recruitment, Leadership

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Planning, Pedagogy, Planning, Social Justice, Education and Training, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Collaboration, Teamwork, Program Evaluation, Relationship Building, Community Development, Problem Solving, Innovation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    140 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Dénommer le monde : la politique des toponymes

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Language Competency, Multilingualism, Social Studies, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community Development, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Data Mapping, Cultural Sensitivity, Sustainable Development, Culture, International Relations, World History

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    Yale University

    Western Religions & Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Water Resources, Climate Change Programs, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Advocacy

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Lund University

    Cities, Climate and Change: Pathways and Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Justice, Sustainable Systems, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Visionary, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Research, Finance, Innovation, Strategic Partnership

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Utrecht University

    Contemporary Palestinian History

    Skills you'll gain: International Relations, World History, Research, Diplomacy, Case Studies, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Timelines, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Reconstructing America's Story

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Social Justice, World History, Political Sciences, Storytelling, Policy Analysis, Diversity Awareness

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Building Sustainable Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Environmental Laws, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Community Development, Land Development, Sustainable Design, Stormwater Management, Social Justice, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Climate Change Mitigation, Policy Development, Public Policies, Environmental Resource Management, Public Affairs, Socioeconomics, Environmental Issue, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Morehouse College

    Activism in Sports and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Social Studies, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Sociology, Media and Communications, Writing, Timelines

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Benjamin Franklin and His World: University of Pennsylvania
  • Gestión de la Diversidad, Equidad, Inclusión y Pertenencia: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
  • Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out: Rice University
  • Global Perspectives of DEI in the Workplace: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Gestión estratégica de Escuelas en Contextos Rurales: Universidad Austral
  • Dénommer le monde : la politique des toponymes: University of Geneva
  • Western Religions & Ecology: Yale University
  • Cities, Climate and Change: Pathways and Opportunities: Lund University
  • Contemporary Palestinian History: Utrecht University
  • Reconstructing America's Story: University of Pennsylvania

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