Wound Care Certification Courses
Take the next step in your career with flexible, comprehensive, and nationally respected wound care education.
Our Wound Care Training Courses
Wound care certification prep courses include Wound Care (WCC), Diabetic Wound Care (DWC), Ostomy Management Specialist (OMS), and Certified Wound Care Market Specialist (CWCMS). Onsite, online, live online, and recertification options are available.
Once you complete your courses, the exam and certification is available through the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy (NAWCO) or the American Board of Wound Management (ABWM).
NAWCO is accredited by the NCCA, ensuring that your Magnet-recognized certification meets modern standards of practice.
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Onsite
Onsite courses offer four days of interactive, real-world classroom learning with a certified instructor. -
Online
The most flexible option for the highly motivated with busy schedules, online courses give you access course materials for up to six months to learn at your own pace. -
Live Online
Instructor-led, live-online courses let you connect with your peers and instructor wherever you are in this four-day course.
Skin + Wound Management Courses
Online Course
The most flexible option for the highly motivated with busy schedules. Access course materials for up to 180 days.
Live Online Course
Connect with your peers and instructor wherever you are in this four-day course.
Onsite Course
Four days of interactive learning with a certified instructor.
Recertification Course
Maintain your credential on-site, online, or live-online.
About Skin and Wound Management training
Our skin and wound management courses prepare learners to assess, document, and manage a wide range of wounds using evidence-based practices and a multidisciplinary care approach. Learners will review skin anatomy and physiology, standards of care, wound healing factors, nutritional considerations, wound bed preparation, and topical treatment categories.
These courses emphasize accurate wound assessment, pressure injury staging, documentation, and treatment planning based on wound etiology, assessment findings, and care goals.
Diabetic Wound Management Courses
Online Course
The most flexible option for the highly motivated with busy schedules. Access course materials for up to 180 days.
Live Online Course
Connect with your peers and instructor wherever you are in this four-day course.
Onsite Course
Four days of interactive learning with a certified instructor.
Recertification Course
Maintain your credential on-site, online, or live-online.
About Diabetic Wound Management training
Our diabetic wound management training focuses on helping clinicians understand, assess, and manage diabetes-related foot complications, especially diabetic foot ulcers. Learners review the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, diabetes epidemiology, foot anatomy and physiology, gait, diabetic neuropathy, peripheral arterial disease, impaired wound healing, infection, osteomyelitis, pain, and post-amputation complications.
Ostomy Management Courses
Online Course
The most flexible option for the highly motivated with busy schedules. Access course materials for up to 180 days.
Live Online Course
Connect with your peers and instructor wherever you are in this four-day course.
Onsite Course
Four days of interactive learning with a certified instructor.
Recertification Course
Maintain your credential on-site, online, or live-online.
About Ostomy Management training
Our ostomy management training courses focus on preparing clinicians to assess, manage, and educate patients with ostomies across a variety of care settings. Learners review foundational ostomy concepts, including ostomy and stoma definitions, incontinent and continent diversions, GI and urinary anatomy and physiology, wound healing principles, and the healthcare settings where ostomy management specialists may practice.
Certified Wound Care Marketing Specialist Courses
Online Course
The most flexible option for the highly motivated with busy schedules. Access course materials for up to six months.
Recertification Course
Maintain your CWCMS credential.
About Certified Wound Care Market Specialist training
Our CWCMS training courses are designed for wound care sales and marketing professionals. This course focuses on the best practices in wound care, the current care standards that are in practice, and the science behind properly healing wounds.
Accredited Wound Care Certification Programs
WCEI offers accredited wound care certification courses for wound care professionals. Our wound care training courses benefit nurses, dieticians, physicians, and practitioners of physical therapy and occupational therapy. View our full course accreditation information to learn more!
Frequently Asked Questions
What impact on my salary would a wound care certification have?
The salary for wound care nurses varies based on factors like geographic location, education, and certification. The average base hourly rate for a wound care nurse is currently $40.61 as of 2023 according to Indeed. This translates to around $95,314 annually based on the same data.
Will certification actually help my career?
Studies show that certified nurses are preferred over non-certified nurses for job opportunities and promotions. Many of our alumni have reported salary increases up to 20%, new leadership roles, and greater professional recognition after certification. Additionally, employers highly value wound care, diabetic wound care, or ostomy credentials, as they demonstrate a commitment to excellence in patient care.
What does it mean to be wound care certified?
Being wound care certified means more than just having letters after your name. It means you’re committed to continuous learning and providing excellent care. You develop an in-depth clinical knowledge and proficiency in current standards of care versus existing trends. You stay current on the latest wound care trends and products, and you remain dedicated to using evidence-based practices to give patients a better quality of life.
Why does wound care certification matter if I'm already trained in wound care?
Having wound care training is valuable, but certification takes your expertise to the next level—providing professional credibility, career advancement opportunities, and a clear demonstration of your skills and dedication to excellence in wound care to your employer, colleagues, and patients. WCEI education prepares you for NAWCO and ABWM certification—leaders in wound care credentialing in the U.S. So no matter where your career takes you, your certification will be a valuable credential that is nationally recognized and respected, setting you apart in the field of wound care.
I'm worried about the cost of the course.
Investing in your education is a big decision. That’s why we offer flexible financing options through Affirm and employer reimbursement guidance to help make certification more accessible. Many of our learners have successfully received financial support from their employers — our team can help you build a case for funding. (See this blog)
Why choose WCEI for your wound care training?
Established in 2002, WCEI was founded by nurses that wanted to make wound care and ostomy management education more accessible. Our coursework helps prepare clinicians for the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy (NAWCO) and the American Board of Wound Management (ABWM) certification exams. WCEI has trained or certified 40,000+ clinicians.
How to take wound care certification prep courses on WCEI
Whether you prefer onsite, live online, or online self-paced learning, we make it simple to get started. Start by browsing our course categories and choose the format that fits your schedule: onsite and live-online courses are four days, while online self-paced courses give you access to materials for up to 180 days so you can learn at your own pace.
Before you register, review the certification eligibility requirements for the credential you're studying for (for example WCC, DWC, OMS, or CWCMS), since exam pathways can include specific licensure and experience criteria.
After enrolling, complete the coursework and any required assessments, then download your certificate of completion. When you’re ready, certification exams are available through the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy (NAWCO) or the American Board of Wound Management (ABWM), depending on the credential you’re pursuing.
What Others Say Matters
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The credentials are important to me because it means that I've have earned the respect of my peers and the doctors. It has also increased my pay.
Judy G, LPN, WCC, CWCA, OMS -
It means a lot for me to have that credential behind my name. It means that physicians and other nurses see me as an expert. I'm now a go-to person when it comes to all things wounds.
Missy W, RN, WCC, OMS, Wound Program Director -
I'm a Registered Dietitian working in a Long-Term Care Facility. After talking with a fellow worker, I decided to pursue the NWCC certification to advance my understanding and competency in wound care from a nutritional perspective. I learned so much and now have the knowledge to support the wound care team with proper nutritional interventions. I'm also grateful for the recognition and respect of the nurses and physicians on our team.
Tami P, MS, RD, NWCC -
I would absolutely recommend taking the wound care certification course. I thought I knew what I was doing before the course, but after, I'm more confident and can just build on those skills. I don’t think anybody should be doing wound care without the certification. It just adds so much to your knowledge and confidence by knowing what you’re doing to treat wounds. And since my colleague and both I got certified, our wound care rates are through the roof — they’re just amazing!
Tara S, FNP, WCC, Carroll County Memorial Hospital