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This study was to identify the level of knowledge and preventive attitude of students in the Department of Physical Therapy about musculoskeletal disease and to analyze the correlation between their knowledge and preventive attitude. From September 16th to September 25th, 2020, subjects completed a survey which consists of questionnaires asking level of knowledge and preventive attitude. The results of this study showed statistically significant differences in subject's level of knowledge and preventive attitude according to gender, grade, and musculoskeletal health care education experience (p<.05). In conclusion, these findings suggest that educational programs during academic years requires to improve the level of knowledge and practice and preventive attitude on musculoskeletal disease of Physical Therapy students. This study might be useful for further studies that inform of details on musculoskeletal disease to preliminary physical therapist.