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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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    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

    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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    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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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Anthropometry, Biomechanics, and Motor Skills in User Design

    Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Human Factors, Exercise Science, Human Factors Engineering, Control Systems, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Sensory Systems Analysis, Industrial Design, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Mechanics, Occupational Health, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Health Care, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Culture, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History, Public Health, Infectious Diseases

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    86 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Preventing Chronic Pain: A Human Systems Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Preventative Care, Chronic Diseases, Health Care, Personal Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Behavioral Health, Personal Development, Care Management, Health Systems, Patient-centered Care, Systems Thinking, Neurology

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    441 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Cyber-Physical Systems: Modeling and Simulation

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Model Based Systems Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Cyber Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Network Model, Embedded Systems, Systems Analysis, Computational Logic, Digital Communications, Differential Equations

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Well Being & Self Care: for Physical and Mental Health

    Skills you'll gain: Habit Formation, Stress Management, Positivity, Personal Care, Mindfulness, Meditation & Breathwork, Preventative Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health, Personal Development, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Management, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Resilience, Behavior Management, Assertiveness

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    74 reviews

    Beginner · 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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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    116 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    820 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    CPS Design for Mechatronics, Healthcare, EV & Robotics

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Automation Engineering, Robotics, Machine Controls, Electronic Systems, Automation, Control Systems, Electronic Hardware, Power Electronics, Electronics, Medical Equipment and Technology, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Health Technology, Medical Telemetry

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Niel Asher Education

    Thoracic Mobility: Assessment and Functional Training

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Exercise Science, Physical Therapy, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, Rehabilitation, Athletic Training, Clinical Assessment, Human Musculoskeletal System, Respiration, Pain Management, Anatomy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Lower-Body Sports Massage: Functional Treatment: Niel Asher Education
  • Yoga Methods for Functional Well-Being: Niel Asher Education
  • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
  • Anthropometry, Biomechanics, and Motor Skills in User Design: Arizona State University
  • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Preventing Chronic Pain: A Human Systems Approach: University of Minnesota
  • Cyber-Physical Systems: Modeling and Simulation: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Well Being & Self Care: for Physical and Mental Health: Coursera
  • Science of Training Young Athletes Part 2: University of Florida
  • Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.: McMaster University

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