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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.


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Popular Criminal Justice Courses and Certifications


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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Envejecimiento y Derechos Humanos

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Disabilities, Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Human Services, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy, Community Development, Public Policies

    4.8
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    19 reviews

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    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Practical Steps for Building Fair AI Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Record Keeping, Diversity Awareness, Health Equity, Model Evaluation, Case Studies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    New York University

    MOST from a Conceptual Perspective

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Experimentation, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Ethics, Scientific Methods, Program Evaluation, Statistical Methods, Sample Size Determination, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Data Analysis

    4.9
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    9 reviews

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Health, Society, and Wellness in COVID-19 Times

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Mindfulness, Community Health, Social Justice, Health Equity, Stress Management, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Media and Communications, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Learning Strategies, Biology, Health Care

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    New York University

    Climate Change and Human Rights

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Environmental Issue, Legal Proceedings, Legal Research, Social Justice, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Development, Environmental Laws, Climate Change Adaptation, Advocacy, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    897 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    DDHH y democracia: una visión desde América Latina

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Political Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Community Organizing, Social Sciences, Advocacy, Public Policies, Human Relations Movement, Governance, International Relations

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    512 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Chile

    Sustentabilidad y Economías Sociales

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Social Justice, Business Modeling, Economic Development, Business Ethics, Environment and Resource Management, Business Economics, Community Development, Economics, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Age of Jefferson

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Social Justice, Public History, Social Studies, World History, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Advocacy, Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    461 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education

    Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Accountability, Advocacy, Student Engagement

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    298 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism

    Skills you'll gain: Community Outreach, Social Justice, Discussion Facilitation, Diversity Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Advocacy, Social Impact, Community Development, Interviewing Skills, Empowerment, Cultural Sensitivity, Action Oriented, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Persistence, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Self-Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    316 reviews

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Representaciones culturales de las sexualidades

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Media and Communications, Performing Arts

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    669 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Beyond the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Addressing Sustainability and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Innovation, Environmental Science, Sustainability Standards, Environment, Socioeconomics, Social Impact, Social Justice, Climate Change Adaptation, Economic Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Public Policies, Case Studies

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    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    691 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Envejecimiento y Derechos Humanos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Practical Steps for Building Fair AI Algorithms: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • MOST from a Conceptual Perspective: New York University
  • Health, Society, and Wellness in COVID-19 Times : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Climate Change and Human Rights: New York University
  • DDHH y democracia: una visión desde América Latina: Universidad de los Andes
  • Sustentabilidad y Economías Sociales: Universidad de Chile
  • Age of Jefferson: University of Virginia
  • Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education: University of Michigan
  • Anti-Racism: University of Colorado Boulder

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