Overview
Are you preparing to take the DWC® certification exam, but need a little extra study time? Or are you looking for help brushing up on your knowledge and skills? This self-paced, online diabetic wound-care refresher course - which is only open to individuals who have taken the WCEI® Diabetic Wound Management course - offers 180 days of access to the online training modules. All digital course materials and resources will be available on your dashboard.
This online course will prepare you to pass the DWC® certification examination offered by NAWCO®, and set you on the path to a better career - and better clinical outcomes for your patients.
Course Eligibility Details
- This refresher course is only available to individuals who have taken the Diabetic Wound Management course within the past 3 years.
- Before registering for this course, confirm eligibility with the Wound Care Education Institute admissions office by emailing [email protected]
- This course is designed as a review and does not provide continuing education credits.
Tuition Cost
Online Refresher Tuition Rate
$297 WCEI® Individual Alumni Rate
Examination fees: Fees are not included in the tuition rate. After registering for the course, you will be directed to complete the exam application and pay any exam fees.
Included with Tuition
- Self-paced learning with 180 days of access
- Learning aides: glossary, sample questions and more
- Exclusive access to resource materials
- Pre-exam certification review (course review)
- Nutrition and Wound Healing Supplement for RD/RDN
The WCEI Difference
WCEI is the only accredited provider of Diabetic Wound Care (DWC) education through the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy (NAWCO ®). Here's what to expect from WCEI courses:
- Premium Content: Our course content is updated and reviewed by industry professionals at a minimum of every three years. We pride ourselves on having the most current, up to date course content in the industry.
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Learner Supportive Platform: Our wound care courses are hosted on the propriety Relias Live Learning Management System.
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Flexible Payment Options: We offer a variety of flexible payment and loan options.
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Continuous Learning: We provide continuing education throughout your career.
Learn more about how WCEI stands out from our competitors here.
Financial Options Cancellation Policy
Schedule & Content
Schedule
Upon purchasing the course you have 180 days to access and review all modules. After completing the online course, work with your selected credentialing board to schedule your certification exam at a testing center.
Online DWC Course Modules
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Section 1: Foundations of Diabetes Management
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Section 2 : Neuropathy
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Section 3: Cutaneous Aspects of Diabetes
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Section 4: Diabetic Foot Ulcers and Wound Healing
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Section 5: Comprehensive Diabetic Foot Exam
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Section 6: Diabetic Foot Ulcer Infection
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Section 7: Principles of Wound Management
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Section 8: Topical Wound Management
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Section 9: Treatment Diabetic Foot Ulcers
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Section 10: Adjunctive Therapies Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment
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Section 11: Treatment of Charcot Neuropathic Osteoarthropathy
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Section 12: Offloading the Diabetic Foot
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Section 13: Nutrition, Depression and Pain
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Section 14: Peripheral Arterial Disease and Diabetes
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Section 15: Amputation and Limb Care
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Section 16: Care of Skin and Nails Neuropathic Foot
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Section 17: Interdisciplinary Concepts
Learning Objectives
- Describe the difference between type I and type II diabetes.
- Discuss overall epidemiology of diabetes and incidence of diabetic foot ulcers.
- Discuss the basic anatomy and physiology of the foot.
- Describe the gait cycle.
- Identify two of the major functions of normal gait.
- List the six clinical presentations of diabetic neuropathy.
- List the neuropathic pain descriptors of distal symmetrical sensorimotor polyneuropathy.
- Differentiate characteristics of somatic and autonomic nervous system.
- Identify five components of a comprehensive diabetes foot exam.
- Summarize risk factors, causes and classification of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs).
- Name and explain characteristics of at least three common skin complications associated with diabetes.
- Discuss overall effects of diabetes and impaired wound healing.
- Classify diabetic foot infections and choose treatments based on classification.
- Summarize assessment findings and treatment recommendations for diabetic foot ulcer complicated by osteomyelitis.
- Explain the theory of moist wound healing.
- Identify five factors which enhance or impede the wound healing process.
- Identify five different dressing categories for topical wound management.
- Select safe topical treatment options based upon wound assessment and goal of wound care.
- Select appropriate diabetic foot ulcer treatments and interventions based upon wound characteristics and goal of treatment.
- Demonstrate procedure for conservative sharp debridement.
- Explain the rationale for offloading and footwear in the patient with neuropathy.
- Distinguish at what point in the diabetic wound one should consider “adjuvant therapy".
- Explain the importance of nutritional interventions and glucose control for the wounded diabetic.
- Describe and differentiate examples of diabetes related distress and diabetes associated depression.
- Define two clinical terms associated with pain.
- Identify four characteristics of peripheral arterial disease.
- Summarize types of pain and potential complications experienced post amputation.
- Demonstrate application of total contact cast.
- Summarize basic nail and skin care recommendations for the person with diabetes.
- Describe three interventions or methods to assist patient in compliance with care plan.
- Demonstrate procedure for trimming and filing of toenails.
- List three types of adult learners and describe one example of each.
- Discuss importance of evidence based standards of care, and specify examples of two diabetes associated practice guidelines.