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Human Physiology Courses

Human physiology courses can help you learn about the human body's systems, including the muscular, circulatory, and nervous systems, as well as how these systems interact. You can build skills in analyzing physiological data, understanding homeostasis, and applying concepts to health and wellness scenarios. Many courses introduce tools like physiological measurement devices and software for data analysis, that support conducting experiments and interpreting results in both clinical and research settings.


Popular Human Physiology Courses and Certifications


  • J

    Jordan University of Science and Technology

    General Histology

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Pathology, Physiology, Neurology, Cell Biology, Biology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Immersify

    Inside the Human Body: The A&P Essentials Every Nurse Needs

    Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Nursing Process, Cardiology, Patient Evaluation, Human Musculoskeletal System, Medical Terminology, Health Assessment, Vital Signs, Physiology, Health Care, Clinical Assessment, Psychosocial Assessments, Clinical Nutrition, Basic Nursing Skills, Public Health, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medical Surgical Nursing, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Infection Control, Emergency Response

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Vagus Nerve Function & Therapeutic Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Neurology, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Pain Management, Exercise Therapy, Clinical Assessment, Anatomy, Respiration, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Patient Education And Counseling, Physiology, Athletic Training, Stress Management, Mental Health Therapies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Biology, Child Development, Music, Decision Making, Liberal Arts, Education and Training, Psychology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Business Economics, Clinical Trials

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    39 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music Theory, Aesthetics, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Physiology, Biology

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    728 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Principles of Resistance Training and Practical Application

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Therapy, Athletic Training, Manual Therapy, Physical Therapy, Health And Wellness Coaching, Physiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Occupational Therapy, Pain Management, Coordination, Neurology, Science and Research, Planning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Human Resources Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Human Capital, Employee Relations, Human Resource Strategy, Performance Metric, Employee Training, Dashboard, Business Metrics, Employee Engagement, Business Analysis, Employee Retention, Data Analysis, Compensation Analysis, Training and Development, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Strategy, Talent Recruitment, Mental Health

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Clinical Biomechanics of the Upper and Lower Body

    Skills you'll gain: Rehabilitation, Exercise Therapy, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Manual Therapy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Patient Evaluation, Sports Medicine, Mechanics, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Practices, Injury Prevention, Athletic Training, Anatomy, Patient Treatment, Human Relations Movement, Health And Wellness Coaching

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Immersify

    Breath of Life: Exploring the Respiratory System

    Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Respiratory Care, Pulmonology, Oxygen Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Pulmonary Function Testing, Airway Management, Capillary, Anatomy, Physiology, Patient Treatment, Immunology, Medical Terminology, Diagnostic Tests, Pharmacotherapy, Infectious Diseases

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Anthropometry, Biomechanics, and Motor Skills in User Design

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Human Factors Engineering, Control Systems, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Mechanics, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Research, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Laboratory Research, Health Policy, Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Signaling actions of small molecules

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Microbiology, Nutrition and Diet, Oncology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular human physiology courses

  • General Histology: Jordan University of Science and Technology
  • Inside the Human Body: The A&P Essentials Every Nurse Needs: Immersify
  • Vagus Nerve Function & Therapeutic Applications: Niel Asher Education
  • Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why: Duke University
  • Principles of Resistance Training and Practical Application: Niel Asher Education
  • Human Resources Analytics: University of California, Irvine
  • Clinical Biomechanics of the Upper and Lower Body: Niel Asher Education
  • Breath of Life: Exploring the Respiratory System: Immersify
  • Anthropometry, Biomechanics, and Motor Skills in User Design: Arizona State University

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