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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


  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Physics Fundamentals: Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Systems Of Measurement, Differential Equations, Calculus, Trigonometry, Derivatives

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • R

    Rice University

    Physics of Geometrical and Physical Optics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Physical Science, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus, Problem Solving

    4.9 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • N

    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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Human Musculoskeletal System, Coordination, Exercise Therapy, Neurology, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Anatomy

    4.7 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Acupressure Essentials: Pressure Point Techniques for Symptom Management and Self-Care

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Manual Therapy, Treatment Planning, Nursing and Patient Care, Clinical Practices

    4.8 stars, 42 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (42) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Craniosacral Therapy Essentials: Theory and Application

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Physical Therapy, Mindfulness, Patient Communication, Exercise Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Anatomy, Pain Management, Active Listening, Rehabilitation, Medication Therapy Management, Sensory Systems Analysis, Physiology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Neurology, Health Assessment, Mental Health Therapies, Athletic Training

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    MathWorks

    Designing and Simulating Physical Models

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

    4.8 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Easing Physical Symptoms: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Hospice, Patient Evaluation, Psychosocial Assessments, Respiratory Care, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Assessment, Caregiving, Stress Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Education and Support, Chronic Diseases, Mental Status Examination, Nutritional Assessment, Pharmacotherapy, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Pharmacology

    4.9 stars, 93 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (93) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Total Seminars

    Physical Security & Identity Management

    Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, Multi-Factor Authentication, User Provisioning, Identity and Access Management, Zero Trust Network Access, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Account Management, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Security Controls, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Security Management, Security Awareness, Security Software, Security Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Florida

    Healing with the Arts

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Music, Performing Arts, Mindfulness, Empowerment, Storytelling, Personal Development, Meditation & Breathwork, Liberal Arts, Self-Awareness, Creative Thinking, Writing

    4.7 stars, 1K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Material Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physical Science, Mechanics

    4.8 stars, 1.3K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Physics Fundamentals: Mechanics: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Physics of Geometrical and Physical Optics: Rice University
  • Lower-Body Sports Massage: Functional Treatment: Niel Asher Education
  • Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Yoga Methods for Functional Well-Being: Niel Asher Education
  • Acupressure Essentials: Pressure Point Techniques for Symptom Management and Self-Care: University of Minnesota
  • Craniosacral Therapy Essentials: Theory and Application: Niel Asher Education
  • Designing and Simulating Physical Models: MathWorks
  • Easing Physical Symptoms: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore: University of Colorado System
  • Physical Security & Identity Management: Total Seminars

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