Free Online Anatomy Courses

1. Anatomy and Physiology of the Human Body

A great all-rounder, this comprehensive course explains basic bodily chemistry and processes, main systems, organ structure and function, and so much more. If you want a thorough baseline grounding in anatomy, this is the ideal place to start.

2. The Anatomy of the Head and Face

Once you have the basics, it’s time to specialise and learn about facial muscles, the scalp’s blood supply and even wounds and injuries to the head and face.

3. Anatomy of the Shoulder and Hip Joints

Our joints are masterpieces of engineering, providing a range of motion. This course breaks down all the muscles, tendons and so forth in our shoulders and joints, as well as common ailments to these essential joints.

While becoming a doctor or nurse means you have to study anatomy, a certification in human anatomy is also helpful in a range of other careers. Did you know that famous artists study anatomy so their paintings can be more lifelike? Even animators use anatomy for the correct proportion and movement of their characters in another application outside the medical field. 

Other careers that require an understanding of human anatomy are:

• Physical therapist

• Sports coach

• Personal trainer

• Yoga instructor

• Massage therapist

• MRI technologist

• Biology teacher

• Biomedical engineer

• Pharmacologist

Yes, for sure! We have several anatomy courses for different systems of the body:

1. Central nervous system anatomy

• Basal ganglia

• Brainstem

• Cerebellum

• Diencephalon

• Neck

• Spinal cord tracts

• Spinal cord

2. Skeletal system

• Head and neck

• Knee joint

• Spinal cord

All Alison courses:

• Have no monthly subscription fees

• Have no registration fees

• Have no enrollment fees

• Have no limit on how many courses you can do

• Have no time limit on completing a course

Once you have passed a course, you have the option of purchasing a certificate for a nominal amount. This is super-useful to add to your CV or resume but not compulsory at all. The choice is yours!