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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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    Packt

    Physical Red Teaming

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

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    American Council on Exercise

    Foundations of Exercise and Nutrition

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Kinesiology, Safety Assurance, Health Education, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Health Assessment, Physiology, Coaching, Emergency Response, Goal Setting, Motivational Interviewing

    4.2
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Physical Science, Energy and Utilities, Experimentation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    New York University

    Engineering Health: Introduction to Yoga and Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Respiration, Physiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Stress Management, Pulmonology, Research, Science and Research, Cardiology, Exercise Therapy, General Science and Research, Blood Pressure, Immunology, Meditation & Breathwork, Cell Biology, Nephrology, Anatomy, Chronic Diseases, Neurology, Endocrinology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    540 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Rotator Cuff Assessment and Treatment Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Patient Positioning, Orthopedics, Physical Therapy, Exercise Therapy, Mobility Assistance, Pain Management, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Assessment, Athletic Training, Mechanics, Patient Treatment, Anatomy, Mental Health Therapies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    MathWorks

    Designing and Simulating Physical Models

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    819 reviews

    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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    958 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    UBITS

    Mejora tu salud física y mental con técnicas psicocorporales

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Personal Care, Pain Management, Mental Health, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Exercise Therapy, Rehabilitation, Neurology, Injury Prevention, Physiology, Trauma Care, Anatomy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Physical Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Collaboration, Occupational Health, Team Collaboration, Telecommuting, Stress Management, Safety Training, Communication, Injury Prevention, Productivity, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Networking Fundamentals and Physical Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, OSI Models, Network Model, TCP/IP, Networking Hardware, Local Area Networks, Network Protocols, Network Planning And Design, General Networking, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Switches, Test Equipment, Test Tools

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Physical Red Teaming: Packt
  • Foundations of Exercise and Nutrition: American Council on Exercise
  • How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics: University of Virginia
  • Engineering Health: Introduction to Yoga and Physiology: New York University
  • Rotator Cuff Assessment and Treatment Techniques: Niel Asher Education
  • Lower-Body Sports Massage: Functional Treatment: Niel Asher Education
  • Designing and Simulating Physical Models: MathWorks
  • Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.: McMaster University
  • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
  • Mejora tu salud física y mental con técnicas psicocorporales: UBITS

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