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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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    • K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Intro to Acoustics (Part 1)

      Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Systems Of Measurement, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      140 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      É

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Economie du sol et de l'immobilier I

      Skills you'll gain: Real Estate, Property and Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate Transactions, Return On Investment, Capital Budgeting, Market Dynamics, Financial Analysis, Financial Market, Business Valuation, Economics, Investments, Finance, Supply And Demand, Price Negotiation, Depreciation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Lease Contracts, Competitive Analysis, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      260 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Introducción a Lean Six Sigma

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Process Controls, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Customer Analysis, Waste Minimization, Quality Management, Return On Investment, Process Mapping, Project Management, Cost Benefit Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      591 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Sapienza University of Rome

      Recovering the Humankind's Past and Saving the Universal Heritage

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, 3D Modeling, Scientific Methods, Anthropology, Investigation, Data Modeling, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Research, Timelines, Data Management, Data Collection

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      300 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Environmental Management & Ethics

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Environment, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Environmental Engineering, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Environmental Science, Systems Thinking, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Mitigation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      408 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Planet Earth...and You!

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Geospatial Information and Technology, Environmental Science, Geographic Information Systems, Natural Resource Management, Physical Science, Environment, Risk Control

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      525 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Introduction to Quantum Information

      Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Digital Communications, Encryption, Theoretical Computer Science, Cryptography, Linear Algebra, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Information Technology, Physics, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      121 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      M

      MathWorks

      Systems Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Design, Functional Design, Requirements Analysis, System Requirements, Requirements Elicitation, Functional Requirement, Verification And Validation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      218 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      ISAE-SUPAERO

      Flight mechanics - The basis

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Energy and Utilities, Engineering Analysis, Algebra

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      445 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Chemical Hazards and Process Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Risk Management, Environment Health And Safety, Failure Analysis, Accident Prevention, Risk Analysis, Engineering Practices, Risk Control, Engineering Analysis, Pollution Prevention, Equipment Design, Environmental Engineering, Reliability, Engineering Calculations, Process Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      193 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • N

      Northwestern University

      Modern Robotics, Course 2: Robot Kinematics

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Machine Controls, Automation Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Computational Logic, Simulation and Simulation Software, Virtual Environment, Torque (Physics), Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Trigonometry, Control Systems

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      295 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      N

      National Taiwan University

      3D CAD Application

      Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, Construction, Building Design, Architectural Drawing, Architecture and Construction, Computer-Aided Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      156 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Intro to Acoustics (Part 1): Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Economie du sol et de l'immobilier I: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Introducción a Lean Six Sigma: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Recovering the Humankind's Past and Saving the Universal Heritage: Sapienza University of Rome
    • Environmental Management & Ethics: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
    • Planet Earth...and You!: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Quantum Information: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Systems Engineering: MathWorks
    • Flight mechanics - The basis: ISAE-SUPAERO
    • Chemical Hazards and Process Safety: University of California, Davis

    Frequently Asked Questions about Physical Therapy

    Physical therapy is a medical practice that helps those with injuries, diseases, and other physical limitations move and function better, as well as manage pain, through various treatments. The overall goal of physical therapy is to improve the life of the patient. Reaching that goal may involve the use of exercise, manipulation, manual therapy, electrophysical modalities, devices, and medication. The origins of physical therapy date back to the time of the famous Greek physician Hippocrates, who used hydrotherapy to help people with skin, joint, and muscle problems.‎

    Anyone who is interested in a career in physical therapy and related practices should be interested in helping others better themselves. You should be able to maintain a positive attitude, even through trying circumstances, and you should be an excellent communicator. It's also important to be a keen observer and pay close attention to detail. You'll need to be physically strong as well, since the job sometimes requires you to lift and hold patients who can't stand on their own.‎

    Learning about physical therapy can lead to an exciting career as a physical therapist. Physical therapists who enter this profession can help patients in private offices, hospitals, hospice facilities, nursing homes, home health care, schools, and rehab clinics. They may also open their own practices. Even if you don't want to pursue a career in the field, learning about physical therapy can help you better understand your own body. You'll discover new ways to stay physically healthy.‎

    Most people who study physical therapy become physical therapists. However, there are several other options in this area. You may go on to become an athletic trainer for sports teams or a chiropractor with your own practice. You can become a personal trainer, exercise instructor, or exercise physiologist. Some people who study physical therapy go on to explore other therapeutic careers, such as speech, recreational, or occupational therapy. You can use your education as the basis for a career as a physician's assistant, nurse practitioner, or audiologist too.‎

    Online Physical Therapy courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Physical Therapy skills. Choose from a wide range of Physical Therapy courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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