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American Law Courses

American Law courses can help you learn about constitutional principles, civil rights, contract law, and criminal justice. You can build skills in legal analysis, case interpretation, and effective argumentation. Many courses introduce tools such as legal research databases, case management software, and drafting platforms that are essential for navigating legal documents and preparing for litigation.


Popular American Law Courses and Certifications


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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Nonprofit Law

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Non-Profit Accounting, Philanthropy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Lobbying, Labor Law, Accountability, Tax Laws, Advocacy, Organizational Structure

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    America's Unwritten Constitution

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Legal Research, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Political Sciences, Civil Law, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    282 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    America Through Foreign Eyes

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Liberal Arts, International Relations, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Political Sciences, Economics, Sociology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    403 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Helping Families Avoid Negative Court Involvement Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Strategy, Legal Risk, Family Law, Proactivity, Conflict Management, Planning, Relationship Building, Communication

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EIT Digital

    Privacy in the USA

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Telecommunications, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Legal Research, Data Ethics, Case Law, Digital Communications

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Fundamentos de Derecho Mercantil Internacional

    Skills you'll gain: Commercial Laws, Tax Laws, International Finance, Tax, Contract Review, Vendor Contracts, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Strategy, Economics, Arbitration, E-Commerce, Banking, Investments

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Derecho romano

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Legal Writing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law – Individual Rights and Liberties

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Court Systems, Legal Research, Social Justice, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Social Studies, Civil Law, Policy Analysis, Case Studies

    4.9
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Making Successful Decisions through the Strategy, Law & Ethics Model

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Arbitration, Mediation, Business Ethics, Leadership, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Contract Management, Innovation, Regulatory Compliance, Human Resources, Product Development, Business Risk Management, Business Modeling

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Introduction to Environmental Law and Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Issue, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Pollution Prevention, Environment and Resource Management, Risk Control, Water Quality, Water Resource Management, Legal Proceedings, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies

    4.8
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    American Politics, Society, and History

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Culture, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Public Policies, Governance

    3.9
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law - The Structure of Government

    Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Political Sciences, Case Law, Legal Research, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Governance, World History

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular american law courses

  • Introduction to Nonprofit Law: University of Pennsylvania
  • America's Unwritten Constitution: Yale University
  • America Through Foreign Eyes: Rice University
  • Helping Families Avoid Negative Court Involvement Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
  • Privacy in the USA: EIT Digital
  • Fundamentos de Derecho Mercantil Internacional: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Derecho romano: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law – Individual Rights and Liberties: University of California, Irvine
  • Making Successful Decisions through the Strategy, Law & Ethics Model: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Environmental Law and Policy: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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