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
University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Medical History Documentation, Culture, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History, Public Health
University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Mindfulness, Manual Therapy, Treatment Planning, Nursing and Patient Care, Clinical Practices, Mental Health, Patient Communication
Niel Asher Education
Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Manual Therapy, Exercise Therapy, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Human Musculoskeletal System, Occupational Therapy, Sports Medicine, Orthopedics, Pain Management, Coordination, Coaching, Athletic Training, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
The University of Chicago
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Environment, Climate Change Adaptation, Physical Science, Sustainable Development, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Thermal Management, Environmental Science, Simulations, Energy and Utilities, Chemistry
The University of Tokyo
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Chemistry, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Musculoskeletal System, Neurology, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Anatomy, Cell Biology
Niel Asher Education
Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Rehabilitation, Exercise Therapy, Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Clinical Assessment, Anatomy, Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Pain Management, Respiration, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mechanics, Health And Wellness Coaching
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, Process Analysis, Environmental Issue
University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Community Health, Nutrition and Diet, Health Education, Health Promotion, Public Health, Child Health, Working With Children, Physical Therapy, Family Support, Student Engagement, Community Outreach, Student Support and Services
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Drawings, Geometry, Algebra, Applied Mathematics
Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Human Factors Engineering, Control Systems, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Mechanics, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation
Caltech
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, General Science and Research, Systems Of Measurement, Mathematical Modeling
In summary, here are 10 of our most popular physical therapy courses
- The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology:Â University of California, Santa Cruz
- Acupressure Essentials: Pressure Point Techniques for Symptom Management and Self-Care:Â University of Minnesota
- Groundwork Positions for Movement Restoration:Â Niel Asher Education
- Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change:Â The University of Chicago
- From the Big Bang to Dark Energy:Â The University of Tokyo
- Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces:Â University of Colorado Boulder
- Cervical Thoracic Junction Mechanics:Â Niel Asher Education
- Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There:Â University of Michigan
- Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation:Â University of Colorado System
- Mastering Statics:Â The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
