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.

Michigan State University
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
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Medical Imaging, Anatomy, Kinesiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Diagnostic Tests, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, Medical Terminology, Pathology, Chronic Diseases, Physiology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Medical Terminology, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Physiology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Exercise Science, Physical Therapy, Kinesiology, Mindfulness, Exercise Therapy, Stress Management, Learning Strategies, Physical Stamina, Safety Standards, Rehabilitation, Respiration, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Personal Development, Self-Discipline, Positivity
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Rehabilitation, Exercise Science, Human Musculoskeletal System, Sports Medicine, Exercise Therapy, Physical Therapy, Neurology, Physiology, Geriatrics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Council on Exercise
Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Exercise Science, Mindfulness, Health And Wellness Coaching, Health Promotion, Health Technology, Injury Prevention, Community Health, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Coaching, Stress Management, Physiology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of New Mexico
Skills you'll gain: Geriatrics, Orthopedics, Child Health, Physical Therapy, Manual Therapy, Maternal Health, Preventative Care, Health Care, Patient Treatment, Infant Care, Pain Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Anatomy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months