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.

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Advocacy, Community Organizing, Social Impact, Social Studies, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Jury Trial, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Case Studies, World History, Labor Law, Oral Expression
★ 4.8 (6.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Investigation, Cybersecurity, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Cyber Operations, Technical Communication, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Strategy, Computer Security, Cyber Risk, Image Analysis, Writing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Community Development, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Discussion Facilitation, Journalism, Diversity Awareness, Public History, Public Policies, Policy Analysis
★ 4.4 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Utrecht University
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Community Development, Social Sciences, Governance, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environmental Policy, Diversity and Inclusion, Climate Change Mitigation, Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Allocation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Liberal Arts, Governance, Economics, Ethical Standards And Conduct
★ 4.7 (379) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Social Justice, Climate Change Programs, Community Organizing, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Development, Civil Engineering, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Awareness, Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Emergency Response, Crisis Intervention, Sustainable Development, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Social Justice, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, World History
★ 4.7 (1.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Risk, AI literacy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Labor Law, Intellectual Property, Governance, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Public Administration
★ 4.7 (830) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Legal Research, Social Justice, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Adjudication, International Relations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Case Studies, Mitigation
★ 3.6 (45) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Electronic Discovery, Investigation, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Incident Response, Technical Communication, Report Writing, Data Ethics, Legal Hearings, Cybersecurity, Litigation Support, Fraud detection, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Compliance Reporting, Data Collection, Analysis, Management Reporting, Record Keeping, Regulatory Requirements
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Storytelling, Technology Solutions, Design Thinking, Culture, Public History, Journalism, Social Justice, Design Elements And Principles, Social Studies, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Standards, Research, Non-Verbal Communication, Sociology, 3D Modeling, World History
★ 4.8 (13K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Community Organizing, Policy Development, Social Justice, Social Work, Public Policies, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Community Development, Community and Social Work, Political Sciences, Health Policy, Advocacy, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Business, Strategic Leadership, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity
★ 4.8 (969) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months