Musculoskeletal injuries are one of the most common—and costly—types of workplace injuries in healthcare. Whether it’s from repetitive movements, awkward postures, or heavy lifting, these injuries can sneak up over time and impact your ability to work, care for your residents and clients, and enjoy life outside of work. 

In this course, you’ll learn how to spot the early warning signs, understand what puts you at risk, and use practical strategies to prevent injury before it happens. Whether you're moving heavy items, stocking supplies, or spending hours at a workstation, protecting your muscles, joints, and bones is key to staying safe and strong.  

What you’ll walk away with: 

• A clear definition of musculoskeletal injuries and how they affect workers 
• The ability to recognize risk factors—like posture, repetition, and force 
• The skills to spot early signs and symptoms of injury before they get worse 
• Proven strategies you can apply right away to reduce your risk and protect your body 

Why take this course? 

• Stay injury-free – Learn how to prevent the aches, strains, and pains that can sideline your career. 
• Be proactive, not reactive – Catch issues early and prevent long-term damage. 
• Keep your team strong – A safer workplace means fewer injuries for everyone. 
• It’s relevant to your role– Whether you lift, push, reach, or stand all day—this course has tips that apply to you. 

This course is for: 

Care aides, home and community care workers, support services workers, nurses, managers, family caregivers, or anyone who wants to improve their knowledge of musculoskeletal injuries. 

Length: 15 minutes 
Cost: Member $12, Associate member $15, Non-member $29.99 

This course may be taken individually or as part of the six-course Safety Basics curriculum. Safety Basics is a series of six self-paced courses that introduce the top health and safety concerns for healthcare workers. The Safey Basics course bundle includes General Workplace Health and Safety, Violence in the Workplace, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Slips, Trips, and Falls, Infection Prevention, and Personal Protective Equipment.