Wound care certification options are numerous. Health care professionals who are certified in wound care assess, treat and monitor a client’s’ wounds and promote wound healing and practices that prevent recurrence. Their care helps to decrease suffering and loss of function as well as serious and even life-threatening complications.
As a provider of wound care courses, you would expect us to believe passionately in the value of being wound care certified. However, you shouldn’t just take our word for it. There is plenty of evidence to show that wound care certification offers tangible benefits to you and your patients. Below are just some of…
June is officially Wound Healing Awareness Month! Wound Healing Awareness month was created by the American Board of Wound Management Foundation (ABWM). The ABWM Foundation’s goal of Wound Healing Awareness month is to expose the need for certified wound care professionals and promote proper wound care for all. Wound Care Awareness Month (WHAM) Another goal…
The American Professional Wound Care Association (APWCA) certification is another option for individuals interested in advancing their wound care career. However, like any professional certification, it comes with its own set of advantages and drawbacks, influencing individuals’ decisions regarding pursuing this credential. About the American Professional Wound Care Association (APWCA) The American Professional Wound Care…
A few things can get cloudy when talking about wound certifications, accreditations, and licensing. Sometimes, businesses can even purposely be vague with what they offer, leading consumers to make inaccurate conclusions. WoundEducators is here to set the record straight for you. What is a Certification? A ‘certification’ is simple – it’s a tool used to…
Unsure of which wound care certification course to choose? Perhaps you’ve noticed how widely varied the cost of wound care programs can be. Can your top wound care course options justify the cost? What makes them so different? Compare what you will receive with each wound course vs what is included in the cost. Doing…
Here at Wound Educators, our students have always been our number one priority. A few weeks ago, we fully revamped our online wound care certification courses. As the first online wound course provider, we aim to offer the most current wound care education for all healthcare providers. Why the New Wound Care Course Updates? As…
Many wound care certification organizations have found themselves having to adapt to current COVID-19 precautions. If your wound care certification exam was scheduled to take place over these next few weeks, there are changes you need to know about. NAWCO Wound Certification Exam Rescheduling NAWCO has officially closed testing centers on March 20th. If you…
Are you looking for ways to earn CE hours online? Do you need a flexible CE schedule? WoundEducators’ courses are approved for continuing education hours! While many LPNs use our courses to help prepare for wound certification, many others use our wound care courses for the continuing education credits the courses provide. Upon completion of…
There are a large number of wound care programs that lead to wound care certification. Choosing the appropriate program for your level of qualification and experience is not always clear. Below is a brief guide to help you decide which wound care certification is right for you. Question #1: Bachelor’s Degree/BSN? No Bachelor’s Degree/BSN? If…
NAWCO®, the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy, announced on May 10th, 2019 that their Wound Care Certified WCC® certification received national NCCA® accreditation. The NCCA®, the National Commission for Certifying Agencies, independently reviewed the WCC® certification and determined that the material covered in the exam and the eligibility requirements met the program standards…
