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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 California, Santa Barbara

    Civil Rights Law

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Human Resources, Human Resource Management, Human Resource Policies, Labor Compliance, Labor Law, Civil Law, Human Resources Management and Planning, HR Tech, Record Keeping, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Disciplinary Procedures, Accountability Frameworks, Compensation and Benefits, Accountability, Investigation, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Legal Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Legal Technology, Compliance Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Strategy, Data Ethics, Compliance Training, Regulatory Compliance, Responsible AI, AI literacy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, AI Integrations, AI Workflows, Risk Management, Artificial Intelligence, Mitigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Analysis, Innovation

    4.6 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • W

    West Virginia University

    Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination

    Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Auditing, Loss Prevention, Internal Controls, Financial Controls, Anomaly Detection, Financial Auditing, Cybersecurity, Financial Data, Investigation, Analytics, Specialized Accounting, Big Data, Accounting, Business Ethics, Data Mining, Accountability

    4.7 stars, 6.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (6.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • A

    AI CERTs

    AI for Legal Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: AI Integrations, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning Software, Machine Learning, Contract Management, Contract Compliance, Predictive Modeling, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Santa Barbara

    Business Law: Employment, Securities, and Emerging Trends

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Risk, Labor Compliance, Governance, Compliance Management, Risk Management Framework, Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Regulation and Legal Compliance, Labor Law, Risk Management, Export Control, Regulatory Requirements, Occupational Safety And Health, Commercial Laws, Financial Regulations, Securities (Finance)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Personal and Real Property Laws

    Skills you'll gain: Property and Real Estate, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate, Property Management, Estate Planning, Civil Law

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EC-Council

    Digital Forensics Essentials: Hands-On Edition

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Data Security, Network Security, Event Monitoring, Threat Detection, Network Analysis, Operating Systems, Data Integrity, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, File Systems, Linux, Linux Commands, Web Applications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Legal Ethics and Practicality

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Legal Technology, Legal Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, AI literacy, Legal Risk, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, AI Enablement, LLM Application, AI Integrations

    4.4 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    AI CERTs

    AI for Legal Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Regulatory Compliance, Agentic Workflows

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

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Reasoning Across the Disciplines

    Skills you'll gain: Deductive Reasoning, Chemistry, Social Studies, Social Sciences, World History, Liberal Arts, Psychology, Case Studies

    4.4 stars, 73 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (73) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Security & Safety Challenges in a Globalized World

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Safety and Security, Cyber Attacks, Case Studies, Computer Security Incident Management, Public Safety and National Security, Risk Analysis, Cybersecurity, Incident Management, International Relations, Crisis Intervention, Policy Analysis, Governance, Public Policies

    4.8 stars, 473 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Security Governance & Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Threat Management, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, Governance, Security Controls, Procedure Development, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Program Standards, Regulatory Requirements

    4.6 stars, 180 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (180) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Civil Rights Law: University of California, Santa Barbara
  • GenAI for Legal Risk Management: Coursera
  • Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination: West Virginia University
  • AI for Legal Professionals: AI CERTs
  • Business Law: Employment, Securities, and Emerging Trends: University of California, Santa Barbara
  • Personal and Real Property Laws: Pearson
  • Digital Forensics Essentials: Hands-On Edition: EC-Council
  • GenAI for Legal Ethics and Practicality: Coursera
  • AI for Legal Practice: AI CERTs
  • Reasoning Across the Disciplines: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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