CNE (nursing educational credits)

Description

CNE (nursing educational credits)

The Wound Care Nurse Certification (WCN-C) course is a national premier training program formulated to meet the basic educational needs of the licensed nurses working in different clinical settings. This course provides a comprehensive review about the role of a licensed nurse in the Wound Care Specialty. In addition; skills competency session provides each attendee with the hands-on experience needed to function as a Wound Care Certified Nurse. Course participation will increase the knowledge, skills, ability and confidence of the attendees leading to improved patient outcomes.

Course Objectives

  • Anatomy & Physiology of the skin.

  • Phases of wound healing.

  • Basic fundamentals of wound care.

  • Classification of wounds: Identification & Management.

  • Wound Care Dressings: Properties & Uses.

  • Types, properties and uses of wound debridement.

  • Scope of practice. Role of Wound Care Nurse: Assessment, Documentation, Infection Control, Consultation and Monitoring.

  • Skills Lab: Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) Dressing, Wound culture technique, Compression therapy, Aseptic dressing change technique, Circulation assessment utilizing Doppler and wound measurement technique.

Course Format

This is an (8) Eight hour program and may be taken online or in person. Online attendees may complete hands on skills competency with a qualified preceptor.

One Day Virtual Workshop / Live Session

Involves lectures, interactive learning and visual skills demonstration by the instructor.

Schedule

Virtual / Web based Workshop Schedule

December 14, 2024

January 18, 2025

February 15, 2025

March 15, 2025

April 19, 2025

May 17, 2025

June 21, 2025

July 19, 2025

August 16, 2025

September 20, 2025

October 18, 2025

November 15, 2025

December 13, 2025

Faculty

  • Ali A. Pitafi MD

  • Alex Khan APRN ACNS-BC MSN EDS-C WCP-C

  • Martha Snyder APRN FNP-C MSN EDS-C WCP-C

  • Angie Machado LVN WCC DFC WCN-C

  • Shawn Amersi RN BSN WCN-C CSWD-C

  • Kari Harman RN-C, CCM, CWCA, WCN-C, CSWD-C, AACCWS, DAPWCA

Frequently Asked Question

1. Who is eligible to obtain Wound Care Certification and CEU Credits?

Wound Learning Academy is designed to improve the quality of care in the wound care community and to prepare all health care professionals to perform at the highest level of care across all settings.

Wound Care Certification is open to all allied medical professionals in the wound care industry looking to further their wound care knowledge and recognition.

CEU renewal credits are recognized and approved nationwide. Education credits are provided to Registered Nurses & Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurses & Physical Therapists with full and unrestricted professional licenses in at least one state and in all states in which they currently practice.

All our educational courses are approved by:

1. California Board of Registered Nursing (No. CEP17378)

2. California Board of Vocational Nursing (No. BVNPT V10949)

Other states approve all 3 California Board Educational Credits via reciprocity, please contact your local licensing board to confirm.

2. How will Wound Care Certification be useful to me as a healthcare professional?

Wound Care Certification demonstrates specialized and distinguished knowledge in wound management, promoting the highest level of care for all wound care patients.

As a healthcare professional, the Wound Care Certification fosters professional growth, peer recognition, enhanced trust by patients and their families, and access to an invaluable wound care network.

Becoming Wound Care Certified will help you:

Achieve recognition and elevate your status as a wound care specialist

Demonstrate dedication to the highest standards in wound care management

Collaborate and exchange invaluable insight and resources with like-minded wound care industry specialists

Gain professional growth and career advancement opportunities

Candidates who successfully complete this program will also receive a Wound Care Management Certificate along with a complimentary Wound Care Certified ID badge in the mail.

3. How will I receive a Wound Care Certified Badge? 

Candidates who successfully complete our Wound Care Certification program will receive a digital Wound Care Certificate along with a complimentary Wound Care Certified identification badge within 2-4 weeks of successful completion.

Wound Care Certified identification badges are mailed out to candidates. They are personalized with your Name, Picture, Nursing License Number, Wound Care Certification Number, and Validity Date.

4. Do I need to re-certify my Wound Care Certification and how often?

Wound Care Certification must be renewed every 2 years for a renewal fee of $179.99 and successful completion of a recertification exam. Re-Certification Link.

5. What is the pass rate for the Wound Care Certification Exam?

Candidates must score 70% or higher on the Wound Care exam in order to pass and receive Wound Care Certification.

We have over 90% pass rate.

6. How many times can I take the Wound Care Certification exam in order to pass?

Candidates have the opportunity to retake the online Wound Care Certification exam up to three times within a 4-month period in order to obtain a score of 70% or higher and receive their Wound Care Certification.

7. How long do I have access to course materials in order to prepare for the Wound Care Certification exam?

You will have access to the online portal and course materials for a 4-month period. If you wish to extend your access after this period, please email [email protected].

8. What is the difference between the Wound Care Certification Program and the 30 CEU Wound Care Management Course?

All programs and curriculums are recognized and approved nationwide by the California Board of Registered Nursing, California Board of Vocational/Practical Nursing & California Physical Therapy Association and meet nursing license renewal requirements Nationwide. Wound Care Certification is by the SNF Wound Care Wound Learning Academy and is valid for 2 years upon successful completion of the program and passing of the certification exam.

The differences between the 30 CEUs Wound Care Management Course and the Wound Care Certification Program include:

The 30 CEUs Wound Care Management Course does not require passing a final certification exam at the end of the curriculum.

You will receive only a Certificate of Completion of 30 CEUs in Wound Care Management upon course completion for RN, LVN/LPN license renewal requirements.

You will not obtain Wound Care Certification by the Wound Learning Academy unless you upgrade your purchase to the Wound Care Certification Program, at which point you will be required to successfully pass the wound care certification exam.

9. What is your Refund Policy?

Full access to our Wound Care Certification program is granted and remains valid for a 4-month period once you’ve created an account and registered and paid for the program. To register for our Wound Care Certification Program today, please click here.

Due to the nature and availability of course content, all sales are final. We do not offer refunds or cancellations if you’ve already paid for the course and exam and are unable to successfully complete it.

10. Can I get a refund if I don’t pass the Wound Care Certification Exam?

Full access to our Wound Care Certification program is granted and remains valid for a 4-month period once you’ve created an account, registered, and paid for the program. You will be able to retake the certification exam up to three times in a 4-month period in order to score 70% or higher and obtain wound care certification.

Due to the nature and availability of course content, all sales are final. We do not offer refunds.

Please visit www.SNFwoundcare.com for more details.

Tuition Fee

$ 180 – Includes Initial Training + Certification, Study guide, and final evaluation and Certification Registry with OWCNAHP

$150 - Re-Certification (yearly)

Duration

TIME: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

BREAK: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM

Credits

8.0 Hours – Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Credits

A.M. Working LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the Kansas State Board of Nursing. LT0332-1222.

Advanced Health Institute Inc. An Accredited Licensed Continuing Education Provider with the Board of Registered Nursing State of California License no. CEP17839.

Who May Attend

LVN – Licensed Vocational Nurses

LPN – Licensed Practical Nurse

RN – Registered Nurses

Training Location & Contact Information

7230 Medical Center Dr. West Hills, CA 91307

818–660–2977

Contact Us

7230 Medical Center Dr. Suite 100
West Hills, CA 91307

M-F: 9AM-5PM
818–660–2977

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