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Physiology Courses

Physiology courses can help you learn about human body systems, cellular processes, and the mechanisms of homeostasis. You can build skills in analyzing physiological data, understanding metabolic pathways, and interpreting the effects of exercise on the body. Many courses introduce tools like physiological measurement devices, software for data analysis, and models for simulating bodily functions, that support applying your knowledge in health and fitness, medicine, or research settings.


Popular Physiology Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Equine Welfare and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care, Nutrition Care Plans, Injury Prevention, Vital Signs, Safety Assurance, Environment Health And Safety, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Accident Prevention, Health Assessment, Cleanliness, Behavior Management, Emergency Response, Psychology

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

  • D

    Duke University

    Visual Perception and the Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Psychology, Motion Arguments, Physiology, Anatomy

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

  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Science of Fat Metabolism

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Exercise Science, Sports Medicine, Nutrition Education, Physiology, Endocrinology, Stress Management, Biochemistry

    ★ 4.6 (74) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Basic Principles of Cell Signaling

    Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Cell Biology, Physiology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Endocrinology, Pharmacology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Drug Development, Oncology

    ★ 4.8 (97) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Alberta

    Mountains 101

    Skills you'll gain: Hydrology, Physical Science, Biology, Water Resources, Mitigation, Hazard Analysis, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Accident Prevention, Social Studies, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Risk Management, Life Sciences, Physiology, World History

    ★ 4.9 (2.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Biology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Research, Life Sciences, Experimentation, Psychology, Molecular Biology, Environment, Physiology, Neurology, Cell Biology

    ★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    人体生理学导论(中文版)

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Respiration, Endocrinology, Anatomy, Cardiology, Pulmonology, Hemodynamics, Neurology, Nephrology, Urology, Cell Biology, Gynecology, Vital Signs, Electrophysiology, Nutrition and Diet, Biology

    ★ 4.8 (104) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Indian Institute of Science

    Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Documentation, Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Medical Equipment and Technology, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Vital Signs, Medical Equipment, Technical Documentation, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Electronic Hardware, Technical Communication, Semiconductors, Materials science, Health Technology, Analytical Testing, Electronic Systems, Systems Design

    ★ 4.8 (25) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Biomedical Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Biomedical Technology, Scientific Visualization, 3D Assets, Anatomy, Virtual Reality, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Medical Terminology, Data Visualization, Medical Imaging, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Software Visualization, Disabilities, Augmented Reality, Animations, Technical Communication, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visual Design, Virtual Environment, Simulations

    ★ 4.6 (533) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Physiology, Food and Beverage, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Immersify

    Digestive Dynamics: Understanding the GI System

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Practices, Diagnostic Tests, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Anatomy, Pathology, Physiology, Internal Medicine, Nutrition and Diet, Microbiology, Nutrition Education, Medical Terminology, Biology

    ★ 5 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Circadian clocks: how rhythms structure life

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Health Care, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Environment, Pathology

    ★ 4.8 (233) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular physiology courses

  • Equine Welfare and Management: University of California, Davis
  • Visual Perception and the Brain: Duke University
  • Science of Fat Metabolism: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Basic Principles of Cell Signaling: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Mountains 101: University of Alberta
  • Understanding Plants - Part I: What a Plant Knows: Tel Aviv University
  • 人体生理学导论(中文版): Duke University
  • Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications: Indian Institute of Science
  • Biomedical Visualization: University of Glasgow
  • Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology: Tel Aviv University

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