FAQs
What are the requirements to enroll in the Wound Management Courses?
Anyone may enroll in either course; however, only students meeting AAWM certification criteria are eligible to take the certification examinations.
What is the difference between the CWCA™ and the CWS® certification?The (CWCA) Certified Wound Care Associate certification is a basic certification in wound management. Healthcare professionals must have a minimum of three years of clinical experience to be eligible to take the CWCA™ examination.
The (CWS) Certified Wound Care Specialist certification is an advanced certification in wound management. Healthcare professionals with either a Bachelors, Doctoral or Master's degree in a life sciences related field and who have three (3) or more years of clinical wound care experience are eligible to take the CWS examination.
Who administers the certification examinations?The CWS and the CWCA wound certification examinations are administered by the American Academy of Wound Management (AAWM). The AAWM is a National inter-disciplinary certifying board for healthcare professionals involved in wound care.
Is there a separate charge for the certification examinations?Yes. The American Academy of Wound Management (AAWM) is a separate and distinct certifying body that has obtained national accreditation for their wound certification. This accreditation is extremely important and difficult to obtain. One of the requirements that a certifying body must meet in order to obtain accreditation is a clear separation from any “specific” course or educational program. This separation eliminates any potential conflict of interest between an educational offering and a certification.
The following is an informative article that explains available wound certifications and the accreditation process.
Where can I find information about the CWCA and the CWS exams?Information about the certification exams can be viewed accessed at the AAWM website.
Download the
CWCA Certification Handbook
Download the
CWS Certification Handbook
Students will have login access to the online module for 120 days from the date of registration.
If I fail the certification examination will there be a fee to retake the course?
NO! The WoundEducators.com “Until You Pass!” Risk-Free Guarantee ensures that your training investment lasts until you pass the wound care certification exam. All product and course purchases are covered by our commitment to you and your success.
Simply provide us with proof that you have re-registered for the wound certification examination and we will continue your online course access.
How long does it generally take to complete the Basic Wound Management Training Course?Every student proceeds at his or her own pace. To maximize learning and retention, we recommend students complete no more that 3 modules per week. The entire course can usually be completed within 2 months. The entire program can be completed in less than 40 hours.
How long does it generally take to complete the Advanced Wound Management Training Course?We recommend students complete no more that 2 modules per week of the advanced course. This course can usually be completed within 3 months. The entire program can be completed in less than 40 hours.
What are the system requirements to view the Wound Management Training Course?
The system requirements can be viewed here.
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