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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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    University of Alberta

    Indigenous Canada

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Intercultural Competence, Socioeconomics, World History, Sociology, Social Sciences, Land Management, Governance

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Seeing Through Photographs

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Culture, Art History, Media and Communications, Public History, Storytelling, Social Justice

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    The State University of New York

    How to Write a Resume (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Concision, Organizational Skills, Personal Development, Keyword Research, Peer Review, Action Oriented, Talent Recruitment, Detail Oriented

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    Utrecht University

    Understanding justice and fairness in energy transitions

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Community Development, Governance, Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Indian Institute for Human Settlements

    Housing Justice: A View from Indian Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Public Policies, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Advocacy, Economics, Case Studies, International Relations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    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
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    University of London

    Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World

    Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Crisis Intervention, Sustainable Development, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Social Justice, Governance, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Human Development, World History, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    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, Social Justice

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    University of Michigan

    Environmental Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Environmental Policy, Health Equity, Environmental Laws, Environmental Regulations, Community Development, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Research, Collaboration, Case Studies

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    Universidad de Chile

    Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Health Equity, Education and Training, Social Justice, Special Education, Community and Social Work, Design, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Health Care

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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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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Formación docente basada en la práctica para desarrollar habilidades del siglo XXI

    Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Digital pedagogy, Pedagogy, Teaching, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Social Justice, Innovation, Collaboration

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

  • Indigenous Canada: University of Alberta
  • Seeing Through Photographs: The Museum of Modern Art
  • How to Write a Resume (Project-Centered Course): The State University of New York
  • Understanding justice and fairness in energy transitions : Utrecht University
  • Housing Justice: A View from Indian Cities: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
  • Love as a Force for Social Justice: Stanford University
  • Global Diplomacy: the United Nations in the World: University of London
  • What Is Contemporary Art?: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Environmental Justice: University of Michigan
  • Inclusión social de personas con discapacidad desde un enfoque de derechos.: Universidad de Chile

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