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Physical Therapy Courses

Physical therapy courses can help you learn anatomy, biomechanics, patient assessment, and rehabilitation techniques. You can build skills in developing treatment plans, using therapeutic modalities, and enhancing patient mobility. Many courses introduce tools such as ultrasound machines, electrical stimulation devices, and exercise equipment, that support implementing effective treatment strategies and tracking patient progress.


Popular Physical Therapy Courses and Certifications


  • D

    Duke University

    Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and HEENT Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Patient Evaluation, Collaboration, Health Technology, Vital Signs, Health Assessment, Patient Preparation, Health Care, Patient Coordination, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Assessment, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Patient Flow, End User Training and Support, Primary Care, Telecommunications, Communication

    ★ 4.9 (33) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    Physical Red Teaming

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Persona Development, Coordination, Safety and Security, Record Keeping

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The University of Tokyo

    From the Big Bang to Dark Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Experimentation

    ★ 4.8 (3.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Learn Interpersonal Psychotherapy

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Interpersonal Communications, Psychotherapy, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Rapport Building, Interactive Learning, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Case Studies, Mental Health, Clinical Practices

    ★ 4.8 (109) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Palliative Care: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Hospice, Patient-centered Care, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Care Management, Patient Evaluation, Patient Advocacy, Active Listening, Compassion, Treatment Planning, Healthcare Ethics, Respiratory Care, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Health Assessment, Psychiatric Assessments, Clinical Assessment, Care Coordination, Communication

    ★ 4.8 (507) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Principles of Resistance Training and Practical Application

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Therapy, Athletic Training, Manual Therapy, Physical Therapy, Health And Wellness Coaching, Physiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Occupational Therapy, Pain Management, Coordination, Neurology, Science and Research, Planning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Michigan State University

    Reign of Pain

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Neurology, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Empathy, Mental Health, Physical Therapy, Psychology, Patient Education and Support, Mindfulness, Mental Health Therapies, Emotional Intelligence, Patient Evaluation

    ★ 4.9 (39) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Cyber-Physical Systems: Modeling and Simulation

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Model Based Systems Engineering, Cyber Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Control Systems, Embedded Systems, Systems Analysis, Computational Logic, Digital Communications

    ★ 4.6 (55) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Anatomy, Physiology, and Biomechanics for Yoga Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Exercise Therapy, Biology, Mindfulness, Orthopedics, Athletic Training, Manual Therapy, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Self-Awareness, Spatial Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, Process Analysis, Environmental Issue

    ★ 4.8 (3.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    MathWorks

    Designing and Simulating Physical Models

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software, Robotics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Software, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control Systems

    ★ 4.8 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Caltech

    The Evolving Universe

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, General Science and Research, Systems Of Measurement, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.6 (841) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular physical therapy courses

  • Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and HEENT Exam: Duke University
  • Physical Red Teaming: Packt
  • From the Big Bang to Dark Energy: The University of Tokyo
  • Learn Interpersonal Psychotherapy: University of Toronto
  • Palliative Care: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore: University of Colorado System
  • Principles of Resistance Training and Practical Application: Niel Asher Education
  • Reign of Pain: Michigan State University
  • Cyber-Physical Systems: Modeling and Simulation: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Anatomy, Physiology, and Biomechanics for Yoga Practice: Niel Asher Education
  • Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There: University of Michigan

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