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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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    Niel Asher Education

    Running Mechanics and Injury Prevention Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Injury Prevention, Nutrition and Diet, Athletic Training, Orthopedics, Dietetics, Rehabilitation, Exercise Therapy, Preventative Care, Anatomy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    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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    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

    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

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    Caltech

    The Evolving Universe

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, General Science and Research, Mechanics, Science and Research, Scientific Methods

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Massage Therapy Treatment for Frozen Shoulder

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Positioning, Patient Education And Counseling, Contraindication, Patient Education and Support, Rehabilitation, Exercise Therapy, Pain Management, Physical Therapy, Mobility Assistance, Orthopedics, Medication Therapy Management, Patient Treatment, Athletic Training, Anatomy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 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, Coordination, Exercise Therapy, Neurology, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Anatomy

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Niel Asher Education

    Thoracic Mobility: Assessment and Functional Training

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Exercise Science, Physical Therapy, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, Rehabilitation, Athletic Training, Clinical Assessment, Human Musculoskeletal System, Respiration, Pain Management, Anatomy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

    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, Simulation and Simulation Software, Cyber Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Network Model, Systems Analysis, Computational Logic, Data Mapping, Differential Equations

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    Intermediate · 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

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    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

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

  • Running Mechanics and Injury Prevention Strategies: Niel Asher Education
  • Physics Fundamentals: Mechanics: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Rotator Cuff Assessment and Treatment Techniques: Niel Asher Education
  • Craniosacral Therapy Essentials: Theory and Application: Niel Asher Education
  • The Evolving Universe: Caltech
  • Massage Therapy Treatment for Frozen Shoulder: Niel Asher Education
  • Movements Are Controlled By Muscle Forces: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Thoracic Mobility: Assessment and Functional Training: Niel Asher Education
  • Cyber-Physical Systems: Modeling and Simulation: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences: The University of Edinburgh

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