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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


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    University of Manchester

    Introduction to Physical Chemistry

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics, Laboratory Experience, Experimentation, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics

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    Duke University

    Telehealth: Neurologic Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Telehealth, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Preparation, Health Technology, Clinical Assessment, Health Assessment, Patient Safety, Care Coordination, Patient Treatment, Pediatrics, Health Informatics, Telecommunications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Liberal Arts, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Physics, Research Methodologies

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Musculoskeletal System, Coordination, Exercise Therapy, Neurology, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Anatomy

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    McMaster University

    Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Physical Stamina, Kinesiology, Time Management, Lifting Ability, Human Musculoskeletal System, Habit Formation, Health Assessment, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Mental Health, Goal Setting

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    Niel Asher Education

    Yoga Methods for Functional Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Meditation & Breathwork, Physical Therapy, Stress Management, Exercise Therapy, Mobility Assistance, Athletic Training, Rehabilitation, Kinesiology, Pain Management, Adaptability, Adaptive Equipment, Mental Health Therapies

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Lower-Body Sports Massage: Functional Treatment

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Communication, Athletic Training, Exercise Therapy, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, Treatment Planning, Clinical Assessment, Exercise Science, Injury Prevention, Kinesiology, Pain Management, Patient Treatment, Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Groundwork Positions for Movement Restoration

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Positioning, Rehabilitation, Exercise Science, Exercise Therapy, Physical Therapy, Kinesiology, Decision Making, Meditation & Breathwork, Orthopedics, Communication, Pain Management, Athletic Training, Adaptability, Coaching, Coordination, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Physics Fundamentals: Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Systems Of Measurement, Differential Equations, Calculus, Trigonometry, Derivatives

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Movement Capabilities Depend on Neuromuscular Properties

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Rehabilitation, Exercise Science, Human Musculoskeletal System, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Neurology, Physiology, Geriatrics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Florida

    Science of Training Young Athletes Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Physical Stamina, Sports Medicine, Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Physiology, Coaching, Injury Prevention, Stress Management, Planning, Human Musculoskeletal System

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Total Seminars

    Physical Security & Identity Management

    Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, Multi-Factor Authentication, User Provisioning, Identity and Access Management, Zero Trust Network Access, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Account Management, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Security Controls, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Security Management, Security Awareness, Security Software, Security Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular physical therapy courses

  • Introduction to Physical Chemistry: University of Manchester
  • Telehealth: Neurologic Assessment: Duke University
  • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
  • Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.: McMaster University
  • Yoga Methods for Functional Well-Being: Niel Asher Education
  • Lower-Body Sports Massage: Functional Treatment: Niel Asher Education
  • Groundwork Positions for Movement Restoration: Niel Asher Education
  • Physics Fundamentals: Mechanics: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Movement Capabilities Depend on Neuromuscular Properties: University of Colorado Boulder

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