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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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    • U

      University of Geneva

      Water Cooperation and Diplomacy

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Diplomacy, International Relations, Mediation, Conflict Management, Environment and Resource Management, Policy Analysis, Governance, Environmental Laws, Data Collection

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Heavy Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Equipment Design, Manufacturing Processes, Plant Operations and Management, Hydraulics, Manufacturing Operations, Chemical Engineering, Production Process, Process Engineering, Control Systems, Manufacturing Standards, Automation, Internet Of Things, Mechanical Engineering, Quality Assurance, Mechanical Design, Engineering Practices, Technical Standard, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Thermal Management, Construction Inspection

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      The Nature of Data and Relational Database Design

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Support Systems, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Management Systems, SQL, Descriptive Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistics, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Extract, Transform, Load, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Data Manipulation, Data Science

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      101 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Internet of Things: Setting Up Your DragonBoard™ Development Platform

      Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Android (Operating System), Android Studio, Mobile Development, Software Development Tools, Game Design, Development Environment, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Web Servers, Web Applications, USB, Peripheral Devices, Operating Systems, System Programming, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, Hardware Troubleshooting

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Resource and Waste Management in Buildings

      Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Environmental Engineering, Environment and Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Building Codes, HVAC, Environmental Regulations, Water Resources, Construction, Architectural Engineering, Building Design, Construction Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      AutoCAD for beginners: Drafting blueprints and schematics

      Skills you'll gain: AutoCAD, Architectural Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Blueprint Reading, Blueprinting, Technical Drawing, Computer-Aided Design

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Arizona State University

      Design for Additive Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Design Process, Design Specifications, Design Strategies, Prototyping, Production Process, Design, Decision Support Systems, Cost Estimation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Calidad en la atención clínica

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Health Care, Care Coordination, Patient Education and Support, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Technology, Collaboration, Professional Development, Lifelong Learning, Teamwork

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      The Construction Management Industry and Profession

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Construction, Construction Engineering, Commercial Construction, Architecture and Construction, Leadership and Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Engineering Management, Leadership Studies, Construction Estimating, Project Management, Team Management, Feasibility Studies, Contract Management, Project Coordination, Project Design, Stakeholder Management, Coordinating, Building Codes, Organizational Structure

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Modern Robotics, Course 5: Robot Manipulation and Wheeled Mobile Robots

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Mechanics, Automation, Mathematical Modeling, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Linear Algebra, Estimation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Life 101: Mental and Physical Self-Care

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Personal Care, Resilience, Mental Health, Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care, Mental Concentration, Self-Motivation, Behavioral Health, Environment and Resource Management, Chronic Diseases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      257 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Analysis, General Science and Research, Computational Thinking, Biology, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Psychology, Emerging Technologies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Water Cooperation and Diplomacy: University of Geneva
    • Heavy Manufacturing: L&T EduTech
    • The Nature of Data and Relational Database Design: University of California, Irvine
    • Internet of Things: Setting Up Your DragonBoard™ Development Platform: University of California San Diego
    • Resource and Waste Management in Buildings: L&T EduTech
    • AutoCAD for beginners: Drafting blueprints and schematics: Coursera Project Network
    • Design for Additive Manufacturing: Arizona State University
    • Calidad en la atención clínica: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • The Construction Management Industry and Profession: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Modern Robotics, Course 5: Robot Manipulation and Wheeled Mobile Robots : Northwestern University

    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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