Criminal Behavioral Analysis Certificate
students: earn a validated Certificate in Criminal Behavioral Analysis in approximately 10–15 hours, self-paced. A limited number of seats remain.
For UT Austin students:
14-day withdrawal (full refund) before completion
Self-paced · Start immediately
Students can enroll at heavily discounted prices through the enrollment deadline -
from $299 to $99.00
students are eligible through August 31st, 2026.
Enrollment closes at 11:59 PM CT. If you plan to enroll, we recommend completing
enrollment before the deadline.
Why this certificate matters
96%
Employers suggest certificates strengthen applications
$12K
Average reported salary increase with certificate
9/10
Hiring managers prioritize candidates with certificates
Based on industry surveys and self-reported outcomes from certificate program completers.
Individual results may vary.
Program Overview
Overview
Overview
The Criminal Behavioral Analysis Certificate Program is designed for college students interested in developing strong, in-demand behavioral analysis skills used in criminal justice and investigative contexts across a wide range of roles and industries. It provides a comprehensive understanding of criminal behavioral analysis, covering core concepts, tools, and techniques used to analyze behavior, assess patterns, and support investigative decision-making in professional environments.
Whether you are applying for internships, your first job out of college, or competitive early-career positions, this program helps prepare you for roles where behavioral analysis is a required skill and a core part of the job.
Key Features
Audience
Designed for students interested in criminal behavioral analysis and roles that involve investigative work, behavioral assessment, and criminal justice decision-making. The program is well suited for students across criminal justice, psychology, sociology, and arts and sciences, as well as anyone seeking to strengthen their résumé for analysis-focused roles across industries.
Duration
Four months of access per semester to course materials and resources. At the end of four months, you can renew your access if needed.
Time to Complete
Expected to be completed within 10 to 15 hours, allowing for flexible, self-paced learning.
Certificate
Certificate in Criminal Behavioral Analysis.
Optional Custom Emphasis
Leveraging advanced AI technology, the program offers a personalized learning experience that allows students to tailor their certificate toward a specific industry or career direction.
Rather than focusing solely on abstract behavioral concepts, students may select an emphasis aligned with the types of roles or fields they are interested in pursuing, such as law enforcement support, victim advocacy, corrections, cybersecurity investigations, or forensic psychology.
For example, a student interested in forensic psychology–related roles may choose an emphasis in forensic psychology. This emphasis would be reflected in the title of the certificate earned; for example:
Certificate in Criminal Behavioral Analysis, Emphasis: Forensic Psychology
This approach helps students clearly communicate relevance to employers while maintaining broad applicability across industries.
Why This Certificate Matters
Behavioral analysis appears in job descriptions across criminal justice and investigative fields. This certificate provides a clear and credible way to demonstrate behavioral analysis ability, readiness for investigation-related roles, and the skills employers expect.
Key Features
No key features available.
Optional custom emphasis
No custom emphasis available.
