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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.


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Popular Physical Therapy Courses and Certifications


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    Duke University

    Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and HEENT Exam

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

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    IoT Security: Privacy, Software, and Physical Security

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Patch Management, Data Security, Information Systems Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Internet Of Things, Mobile Security, Hardening, Personally Identifiable Information, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Network Security, Information Privacy, Vulnerability Management, Release Management, Data Storage, Operating Systems, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation

    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

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Sit Less, Get Active

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Health, Health Education, Health Promotion, Preventative Care, Exercise Science, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Occupational Health, Chronic Diseases

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 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, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Physics, Research Methodologies

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    Mixed · 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, Exercise Therapy, Physical Therapy, Neurology, Physiology, Geriatrics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Immersify

    Interactive 3D Anatomy & Physiology: A Gamified Experience

    Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Human Musculoskeletal System, Cardiology, Respiratory Care, Pulmonology, Hemodynamics, Clinical Practices, Cell Biology, Physiology, Oxygen Therapy, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Evaluation, Nephrology, Orthopedics, Pulmonary Function Testing, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Kinesiology, Interactive Learning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    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

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Integrative Health and Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Contraindication, Patient Education And Counseling, Mindfulness, Patient Referral, Pharmacology, Treatment Planning, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Pain Management, Patient Safety, Clinical Assessment, Health Care, Clinical Practices, Nursing Practices, Pharmacotherapy, Health Promotion, Health And Wellness Coaching, Mental and Behavioral Health, Patient-centered Care, Music

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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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, Neurology, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Anatomy, Cell Biology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Cyber Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Control Systems, Embedded Systems, Systems Analysis, Computational Logic, Digital Communications

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Mastering Statics

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Drawings, Geometry, Algebra, Applied Mathematics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and HEENT Exam: Duke University
  • IoT Security: Privacy, Software, and Physical Security: CertNexus
  • Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation: University of Colorado System
  • Sit Less, Get Active: The University of Edinburgh
  • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
  • Movement Capabilities Depend on Neuromuscular Properties: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Interactive 3D Anatomy & Physiology: A Gamified Experience: Immersify
  • Reign of Pain: Michigan State University
  • Integrative Health and Medicine: University of Minnesota
  • Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces: University of Colorado Boulder

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