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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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      MedCerts

      Patient-Centered Care Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Nutrition Education, Basic Patient Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Vital Signs, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient Observation, Health And Wellness Coaching, Medical History Documentation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Movement

      Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Medical Terminology, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Physiology

      4.9
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Museum of Modern Art

      Artful Practices for Well-Being

      Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Self-Awareness, Creativity, Personal Development, Empathy, Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Curiosity, Stress Management, Storytelling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Control Systems, Network Model, Embedded Systems, Systems Analysis, Technical Design, Computational Logic, Digital Communications

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Community Health, Nutrition and Diet, Health Education, Health Promotion, Public Health, Child Health, Working With Children, Physical Therapy, Family Support, Student Engagement, Community Outreach, Student Support and Services

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      861 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Acupressure Essentials: Pressure Point Techniques for Symptom Management and Self-Care

      Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Mindfulness, Manual Therapy, Treatment Planning, Clinical Practices, Clinical Assessment, Mental Health, Patient Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Problem Solving, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Geometry, Trigonometry

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      273 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Caltech

      The Evolving Universe

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, General Science and Research, Mechanics, Spatial Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      836 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Manchester

      Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Hydrology, Water Resources, Mathematical Modeling, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Biology, Simulations, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      463 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Well Being & Self Care: for Physical and Mental Health

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Growth Mindedness, Behavioral Health, Personal Development, Health And Wellness Coaching, Productivity, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Resilience, Goal Setting, Emotional Intelligence, Exercise Science

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      Schizophrenia

      Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Pharmacology, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Evaluation, Neurology, Scientific Methods, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical History Documentation, Medical Imaging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Culture, Medical Equipment and Technology, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Patient-Centered Care Essentials: MedCerts
    • Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Movement: Rice University
    • Artful Practices for Well-Being: The Museum of Modern Art
    • Cyber-Physical Systems: Modeling and Simulation: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation: University of Colorado System
    • Acupressure Essentials: Pressure Point Techniques for Symptom Management and Self-Care: University of Minnesota
    • Introduction to Mechanics: Rice University
    • The Evolving Universe: Caltech
    • Our Earth: Its Climate, History, and Processes: University of Manchester
    • Well Being & Self Care: for Physical and Mental Health: Coursera Instructor Network

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