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    Learn physical therapy techniques for rehabilitation. Understand exercises, treatments, and patient care for physical injuries and conditions.

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      University of Minnesota

      Preventing Chronic Pain: A Human Systems Approach

      Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Risk Management, Health Systems, Systems Thinking, Resilience, Health Assessment, Medical Science and Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      432 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Anatomy of the Upper and Lower Extremities

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Orthopedics, Patient Positioning, Kinesiology, Neurology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Automation Engineering, Torque (Physics), Process Control, Mechanics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Simulations, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Graph Theory, Applied Mathematics, Computer Programming Tools, Numerical Analysis, Manufacturing Operations, Programmable Logic Controllers, Manufacturing and Production

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Medical Terminology I

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Medical Records, Medical History Documentation, Urology, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Orthopedics, Anatomy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      692 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Psychological First Aid

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Crisis Intervention, Triage, Psychological Evaluations, Rapport Building, First Aid, Emergency Services, Interpersonal Communications, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental and Behavioral Health, Stress Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      20K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Biology, Pathology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Introduction to Chemistry: Reactions and Ratios

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Systems Of Measurement, Physics, Experimentation, Quantitative Research, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Everyday Chinese Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Treatment Planning, Patient Evaluation, General Medicine, Health Care, Preventative Care, Nutrition and Diet, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MedCerts

      Professionalism in Allied Health

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professionalism, Trustworthiness, Emotional Intelligence, Professional Development, Time Management, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Relationship Building, Compassion, Teamwork, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Patient Education and Support

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      808 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      McMaster University

      Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.

      Skills you'll gain: Respiratory Therapy, Kinesiology, Vital Signs, Cardiology, Stress Management, Physical Therapy, Time Management, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health, Goal Setting, Nutrition and Diet

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      804 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Getting Started as a Personal Fitness Trainer

      Skills you'll gain: Health Assessment, Goal Setting, Preventative Care, Patient Evaluation, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Behavioral Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Treatment Planning, Motivational Skills, Public Health, Overcoming Obstacles, Chronic Diseases, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      119 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Sydney

      Positive Psychiatry and Mental Health

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Stress Management, Resilience, Community Mental Health Services, Positivity, Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Personal Development, Clinical Psychology, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Therapies, Creativity, Relationship Building, Cultural Responsiveness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.8K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Preventing Chronic Pain: A Human Systems Approach: University of Minnesota
    • Anatomy of the Upper and Lower Extremities : Yale University
    • Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control: Northwestern University
    • Medical Terminology I: Rice University
    • Psychological First Aid: Johns Hopkins University
    • Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Chemistry: Reactions and Ratios: Duke University
    • Everyday Chinese Medicine: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Professionalism in Allied Health: MedCerts
    • Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.: McMaster University

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