Full course description
Course Description:
Accredited by the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society since 1976, the WOC Nursing Education Program prepares the graduate nurse to provide specialty care for patients with acute and chronic wounds, patients with standard and continent ostomy diversions, and patients with fecal and urinary incontinence. This program is geared towards the nurse looking to obtain WOCNCB® certification following the Traditional Pathway. The Traditional Pathway program is a blended education program. It is comprised of online clinical courses, onsite skills training (Bridge Week), a comprehensive final exam, and clinical hours with an approved preceptor.
This course includes the following information:
- Welcome
- Emory WOCNEC Team Directory
- Philosophy, Mission and Goals
- Learning Accommodations
- Policies
- Technology Requirements
- Expected Program Progression
- Bridge Week
- Clinical
- Orientation Quiz (Mandatory before initiation of other program courses)
For more information on the Traditional Pathway requirements, please visit our website at www.wocnec.org.