A Study on the Work Ability by Cognition Enhancement Program

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[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of a workers’ cognition enhancement program on work ability. [Subjects] The program was tested on 128 workers in 3 workplaces in Seoul. [Methods] We evaluated a pre-test of cognition and work ability. The program for 2 months. After the program, a post-test was administered and evaluated. The data were analyzed by correlation analysis using the statistical software application SPSS (for Windows 13.0). We used a statistical significance level of 0.05. [Results] The worker’s cognition enhancement program was found to be positively associated with work ability. There were statistically significant differences in work ability, but there were statistically significant differences in cognition level, sex or age. [Conclusion] In conclusion, the workers’ cognition enhancement program increased work ability and suggested the need for continuous cognition management in order to prevent declines in occupational capacity.