If you enjoy working with people on a daily basis, while serving the needs of individuals and the public, you may be suited for a career in social sciences or criminal justice. A certificate in social sciences or criminal justice is the ticket to entering this rewarding field. Social sciences certificate programs, such as psychology, sociology and philanthropy, include the study of human behavior and human roles in society. On the other hand, criminal justice certificate programs, such as public safety, homeland security and criminology, focus on law enforcement, the justice system and managing criminals to better serve and protect the public.

Like other certificate programs, social science/criminal justice certificates are available to those who work in the field and want to advance their job opportunities, as well as those who are completely new to either field. Students in a social science certificate program can earn a graduate or post-doctorate certification to obtain clinical and administrative jobs, such as certified psychologists, public administrators, social workers and educators. Those with a criminal justice certificate program can find work in different areas of criminal justice and law enforcement, including Federal law enforcement agents, police officers, probation officers at the local and state level, as well as paralegals, legal secretaries and health and safety managers.

Top Criminal Justice Certificate Programs

• Criminal Justice – General Law Enforcement Certificate Programs
• Forensic Sciences – Forensic Science Training Programs
• Homeland Security – Homeland Security Training and Certification
• Legal Secretary – Legal Secretary Training Programs
• Paralegal – Paralegal Certificate Programs
• Public Safety – Public Safety Training Programs

Online Certificate Programs by School

	University of Phoenix - The University of Phoenix is the most well known online university in the World. They have an excellent reputation and hundreds of thousands graduating every year. They can assist you with all of your needs from several specialized certificate programs, associate's degrees, and much more. You may want to take a close look at their project management or nursing and healthcare certificate programs. The University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission which is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
	Ashworth College - Ashworth is a worldwide leader in career education programs. They offer 35 certificate programs (PC Service & Repair, Early Childhood Education, Carpentry, Electrician, Gunsmithing, Locksmithing, Private Investigation, and much more..) all programs are fully accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council. If you are looking for an excellent certificate program for an affordable price, you will find that Ashworth is one of the best values in online education.
	Penn Foster Career School - Penn Foster Career School has around 30 different online certificate programs to offer students from across the U.S. and Canada. If you are looking for medical billing and coding or medical assisting then Penn Foster is a great choice, but they have everything from nursing certifications to business and computer certifications. Penn Foster College also has fashion design certificates and wedding planning or bridal consulting programs. Penn Foster Career School is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council.