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.

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Care, General Medicine, Health Systems, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Culture, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History, Infectious Diseases
★ 4.8 (85) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Niel Asher Education
Skills you'll gain: Exercise Therapy, Lifting Ability, Athletic Training, Manual Therapy, Physical Therapy, Health And Wellness Coaching, Physiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Occupational Therapy, Pain Management, Science and Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Arizona
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Life Sciences, Chemistry, electromagnetics, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Research
★ 4.8 (4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Manual Therapy, Treatment Planning, Nursing and Patient Care, Clinical Practices
★ 4.8 (40) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Physical Science, Energy and Utilities, Experimentation
★ 4.8 (3.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Neurology, Chronic Diseases, Compassion, Stress Management, Psychotherapy, Patient Education and Support, Mental Health Therapies, Emotional Intelligence, Patient Evaluation, Psychological Evaluations, Empowerment, Clinical Assessment
★ 4.9 (39) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Medical Imaging, Anatomy, Radiography, Diagnostic Tests, Physical Therapy, Exercise Science, Physiology, Medical Terminology, Chronic Diseases
★ 4.4 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Council on Exercise
Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Kinesiology, Safety Assurance, Health Education, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Health Assessment, Physiology, Coaching, Emergency Response, Goal Setting, Motivational Interviewing
★ 4 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Telehealth, Patient Evaluation, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Collaboration, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Assessment, Health Technology, Vital Signs, Patient Preparation, Health Assessment, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Primary Care, Health Care, Health Systems, Telecommunications, Care Management, Communication
★ 4.9 (34) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

New York University
Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Respiration, Physiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Stress Management, Pulmonology, Research, Science and Research, Cardiology, Exercise Therapy, General Science and Research, Blood Pressure, Immunology, Meditation & Breathwork, Cell Biology, Nephrology, Anatomy, Chronic Diseases, Neurology, Endocrinology
★ 4.8 (540) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Instructional Strategies, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Curriculum Planning, Game Design, Learning Strategies, Learning Styles, Liberal Arts, Personal Development, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence
★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Automation Engineering, Robotics, Machine Controls, Electronic Systems, Automation, Control Systems, Electronic Hardware, Power Electronics, Electronics, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Health Technology, Medical Telemetry, Electronic Components, Medical Imaging, Hydraulics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks