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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 Colorado Boulder

    Gangster Fiction: The Gangster American Dream

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, AI literacy, Culture, Creative Problem-Solving, Liberal Arts, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Writing, Writing and Editing, Research, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Independent Thinking, Media and Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Sostenibilidad social

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Social Impact, Social Justice, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Sustainable Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Health Equity, Public Health, Community Development, Public Policies, Community Organizing, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Strategic Planning, Policy Analysis, Intercultural Competence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Georgetown University

    Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Vulnerability Assessments, Operations Management, Surveys, Business Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Design Thinking, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Social Justice, Descriptive Statistics, Environment, Business Ethics, Capital Budgeting, Market Opportunities, Storytelling, Marketing Planning, Leadership Studies, International Relations, Supplier Risk Management

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Security and Crime: Understanding a Complex World

    Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, Cyber Governance, Security Strategy, Security Management, Corporate Strategy, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Safety and Security, Security Awareness, Cyber Risk, Governance, Cyber Attacks, Asset Protection, International Relations, Cyber Security Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Human Factors (Security), Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Helping Families Avoid Negative Court Involvement Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Family Law, Proactivity, Court Systems, Mitigation, Conflict Management, Planning, Communication

    4.4 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Understanding and Managing the Stresses of Police Work

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Active Listening, Stress Management, Empowerment, Meditation & Breathwork, Biology, Physiology

    4.8 stars, 453 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (453) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Royal Holloway, University of London

    Cybercrime

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Social Sciences, Exploitation techniques, Culture, Psychology, Rapport Building, Persuasive Communication

    4.8 stars, 127 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (127) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Metodología jurídica

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Legal Writing, Teaching, Case Law, Research Methodologies, Instructional Strategies, Research, Case Studies, Pedagogy, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Planning

    4.7 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Cloud Computing Law: Law Enforcement, Competition, & Tax

    Skills you'll gain: Tax, Tax Laws, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cloud Services, Tax Compliance, Cloud Computing, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Cloud Storage, Corporate Tax, Income Tax, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Access, Legal Risk, Digital Forensics, Interoperability, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Market Dynamics

    4.8 stars, 45 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (45) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Law You Can Use

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Court Systems, Regulatory Compliance, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Legal Research, Compliance Management, Legal Risk, Medical Privacy, Human Resource Policies, Arbitration, Regulatory Requirements, Case Law, Labor Law, Legal Proceedings, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Human Resources, Commercial Laws, Disabilities, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law

    Skills you'll gain: Immigration Law, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Family Law, Adjudication, Diversity Programs

    4.9 stars, 226 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (226) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of London

    Cyber Security – Technology and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Network Security, Cyber Governance, IT Security Architecture, OSI Models, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Linux Commands, TCP/IP, Computer Systems, Threat Modeling, Command-Line Interface, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks

    4.8 stars, 215 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (215) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular criminal justice courses

  • Gangster Fiction: The Gangster American Dream: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Sostenibilidad social: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies: Georgetown University
  • Security and Crime: Understanding a Complex World: Sage Publications
  • Helping Families Avoid Negative Court Involvement Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
  • Understanding and Managing the Stresses of Police Work: University of Toronto
  • Cybercrime: Royal Holloway, University of London
  • Metodología jurídica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Cloud Computing Law: Law Enforcement, Competition, & Tax: Queen Mary University of London
  • Law You Can Use: University of Pittsburgh

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