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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 Geneva

    Children's Human Rights - An Interdisciplinary Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Social Justice, Human Development, Child Development, Working With Children, Social Sciences, Child Health, Court Systems, International Relations, Childhood Education and Development, Cultural Diversity, Anthropology, Family Law, Legal Research, Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Community Organizing for Social Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Community Development, Diversity Awareness, Discussion Facilitation, Social Impact, Planning, Cultural Diversity, Goal Setting, Empowerment, Initiative and Leadership, Needs Assessment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    325 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of London

    Citizenship and the Rule of Law

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Ethics, Social Justice, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Legal Proceedings, International Relations, Legal Research, Political Sciences, Governance, Corporate Sustainability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    540 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Claves para la igualdad de género

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Sensitivity, Conflict Management, Advocacy, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Family Law, Community and Social Work, Public Policies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    977 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    International Law in Action: the Arbitration of International Disputes

    Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Diplomacy, Legal Strategy, International Relations, Conflict Management, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Violencias por razones de género

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Sociology, Conflict Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Family Law, Community and Social Work

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    240 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    What Is Contemporary Art?

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Electronic Media, Aesthetics, Creativity, Design, Liberal Arts, Content Creation, Multimedia, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Environmental Issue, Social Justice

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Cambridge

    Law and Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Medical Privacy, Biotechnology, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Research, Life Sciences, Healthcare Ethics, Emerging Technologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Love as a Force for Social Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Social Justice, Communication, Empathy, Social Impact, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Research, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Neurology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    430 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Discussion Facilitation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    728 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yale University

    Moral Foundations of Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, European History, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Socioeconomics, Economics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Sciences Po

    Migrations internationales : un enjeu mondial

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, World History, International Relations, Environmental Issue, European History, Social Sciences, Governance, Demography, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Policy Development, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Public Policies, Economic Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    135 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Children's Human Rights - An Interdisciplinary Introduction: University of Geneva
  • Community Organizing for Social Justice : University of Michigan
  • Citizenship and the Rule of Law: University of London
  • Claves para la igualdad de género: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • International Law in Action: the Arbitration of International Disputes: Universiteit Leiden
  • Violencias por razones de género: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • What Is Contemporary Art?: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Law and Genetics: University of Cambridge
  • Love as a Force for Social Justice: Stanford University
  • Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity: University of Colorado System

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