*Estimated time when you pace through one module every 2-weeks. Includes 14- hours of personal coaching and mentorship by a PT, CPE.
Differentiate yourself in the ergonomics marketplace as a qualified and competent ergonomics specialist in performing preventive office evaluations! Whether you are a corporate professional working for an organization, a rehab professional adding a new service line to your practice, or starting a new career opportunity, our course will transform you!
Upon course completion, you will demonstrate mastery of the Worksite International System of Ergonomic Evaluation (WISEE), based on ANSI and BIFMA standards, office ergonomics theory, and practice to earn your COESp. You will learn from your mentor each step of the way.
Our flagship COESp course is ideal for the following professionals:
Earn your COESp Certificate by completing the course activities, participating in group expert hour, individual coaching sessions, passing the exam, and completing at least one preventive evaluation and several case studies using the Worksite International System of Ergonomics Evaluation. When you enroll, you'll receive access to the COESp Self-Paced course and several bonus courses to enhance your training experience. Here is just some of what is included in your training.
Be competent in preventive office ergonomic evaluations so you can contribute to a larger purpose by assisting employees in working in comfort and without injury while improving organizational health and safety.
Unlike other programs, we make sure you are successful by supporting you every step of the way to ensure your transformation! You get over 18 hours of interactive, professional support.
Set up every workstation with good ergonomics using our five step methodology. Learn the measuring secrets of a Master Ergonomist in just a few hours!
Common Anthropometric Measures in the Office
Step 1. Neutral Seated Posture
Step 2. Keyboard and Mouse Placement
Step 3. Worksurface Height
Step 4. Monitor Placement
Step 5. Organize Essential Tools
Activity: Help set up Jessie with a comfortable ergonomic workstation and safe work habits
Learn the foundations to proper human and workstation ergonomics that apply to all types of evaluations performed, no matter the industry.
One-hour course
As a course bonus, learn how to apply a valid, objective methodology to perform an accurate, prescriptive chair fitting for any individual or group of people.
Four-hour course
The WI Ergo-Case Tracker helps you manage your cases from the time you receive your request, to report distribution, process accountability, purchases, training, cost benefit, ROI, and much more.
This software allows you to track and manage:
CEU's: For Physical Therapists and PTAs, our COESp course is approved for 3.2 CEUs or 32 hours of course time by the California Physical Therapy Association.
Our COESp flagship course consists of self-paced, on-demand pre-recorded lessons, evaluation tools, and valuable resources licensed to you for ongoing use. No other training in the ergo marketplace offers so much plus live coaching, mentorship, and support!
All this and more is included in your first-year enrollment in the COESp course:
Self-Paced & On-Demand + Live Coaching and Mentorship.
Learn to perform office ergonomic evaluations and write valid reports! Includes the WISEE license of forms, 18 hours of exclusive coaching and mentorship with a PT, CPE along with exclusive membership in the WINetwork membership program and trial of our new Ergo-Case Tracker (ten cases). Meet with your mentor before enrollment!
Same COESp Best Value course content and benefits divided into an easy five monthly payment plan.
Along with the COESp Best Value plan, you'll use our new Ergo-Case Tracker software to manage your first 50 cases of ergonomic evaluations. Includes set up and support! Schedule your corporate course consult and software demo today to learn more,
Payment plans on request
Combine COESp Best Value with remote evaluations to earn your Certified Remote Ergonomics Specialist (CRESp). Save $397.00
Payment plans on request
After your first year, an annual renewal is charged to maintain your certificate(s), Worksite International System of Ergonomics Evaluations (WISEE) license, continued course access for 12 months, and membership in the WINetwork Membership Program for monthly continuing education value.
Need a different payment plan or want to enroll more than one person? Contact Alison for a course consultation.
Are YOU ready to transform yourself by participating in our career-changing courses? Ask me your questions. Let's set up a time to talk to review the course details and how becoming a Certified Ergonomics Specialist can help you accomplish your goals. Book your course consultation today!
Build an environment that enables people to learn. Reinvest in your employees through our hybrid learning experience.
Our COESp flagship course is modified for hybrid learning and takes advantage of a live training stage combined with our dynamic learning portal to develop your team into competent and confident Certified Ergonomics Specialists.
Learn the skills and knowledge to perform office ergonomic evaluations, chair fittings, and more. Custom agendas available to meet your corporate learning goals.
As a student of the Worksite International Ergonomics Training Academy and specifically, our professional courses (CASp, COESp, CRESp), you are an exclusive member of the Worksite International Network (WINetwork) of Certified Ergonomics Specialists!
Our Certified Ergonomics Specialists represent quality and competency in ergonomics service delivery using the WISEE System of Ergonomic Evaluations.
Your enrollment and continued support of your license and certificate includes awesome benefits to enhance your knowledge and grow your ergonomics practice.
We take tremendous pride in our students and their achievement in our courses. Listen and read what they have to say about their experiences in our online flagship course.
“I enjoyed Worksite International's video-based training course very much. I was pleased to learn a formalized process that makes ergonomics assessments much more straight-forward. The course was so well-done, I decided to enroll in another Worksite International course on how to conduct remote ergonomics evaluations! I give this course a 5 Star rating and happily recommend it. Give it a go!” ~ James Crow, BSC Hons Cog Sci at Posturestars.com
“The COESp course content is well put together. Supporting documents and materials are extremely helpful in starting your new career. The course is well positioned to give you the necessary information and tools to start.
The instructor, Alison Heller-Ono PT, MSPT, CPE has the knowledge behind what she is teaching and the experience to back it up.
Alison is a fountain of knowledge that we look to draw from. Thank you, Alison, for a professional, well-thought-out certificate course.”
~ Adrian M., Kit Office Plus.
"I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. The training content was excellent, providing me with all the knowledge and tools necessary to become proficient in ergonomics.
A highlight of this course was having Alison as my mentor, as she was instrumental in guiding me through my ergonomics journey ensuring that I fully understood the concepts and applications of ergonomics.
Her expertise and experience were invaluable in making the learning process both enjoyable and informative."
~ Sadaf H., AbCellera Biologics Inc.
"I feel so much more confident in my ability to approach and address preventative ergonomic evaluations after completing this course.
I received a solid foundation to help implement safe work practices and mitigate risk, as necessary.
With all these new tools in my pocket, I feel like there is not a problem or situation that I cannot effectively solve.
Throughout the COESp journey, Alison was an excellent resource who stayed in touch with me and was patient in guiding me through the assignments.
~ Joey P., VSI Ergonomics
“The content provided in this course will help me assist employees in obtaining a safe, comfortable, and efficient work environment. The course has a lot of well-rounded information about ergonomics and how it affects employees and organizations.
It is self-paced and gives the learner the ability to be in control of the pace of the information.
Alison is a great mentor and provides valuable feedback. I am ready to use the information I have learned throughout this course and plan to continue my ergonomics education.”
~ Emma C., Skagit Regional Health.
“The COESp course was my first introduction to ergonomics with the goal of being able to provide ergonomic assessments for my company. It exceeded my expectations with the knowledge provided, on demand lectures, and a variety of different resources.
Alison was also very hands on and responsive to any questions i had throughout the course.
I feel well equipped to implement an ergonomics program for my company and now be a part of the ergonomics community. "
~ Serene F., ATEC Spine.
“I achieved my goals through the Worksite International COESp course, thanks to the well-crafted curriculum and the expertise of Alison Heller-Ono PT, MSPT, CPE. The course equipped me with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively address ergonomic challenges in my workplace.
I am confident in applying ergonomic principles to enhance my colleagues' safety, productivity, and well-being.”
~ Florin E., Safety Romania.
Serving Corporations for over 27 years.
“I believe office ergonomics is a foundational skill before one can study higher level ergonomics. I have trained hundreds of professionals to successfully perform quality, reliable office ergonomic evaluations using the Worksite International Ergonomics Evaluation Systems. Students transform themselves in just a few months, achieving ongoing success within their companies or as a professional consulting career.”
Alison Heller-Ono is President/CEO of Worksite International, Inc., and has been teaching and mentoring professionals in the art and science of ergonomics for over 25 years. She is a “pioneer” in the Bay Area Ergonomics Community. Alison is a veteran physical therapist (MSPT), possesses 2 board certifications in Ergonomics (CPE and CIE), and is a Certified Disability Analyst (CDA).
Alison’s body of work has been peer-reviewed nationally and internationally to validate the Worksite International Systems of Evaluation and Training as a trusted and reliable approach to organizational ergonomics.