Certified Wound Specialist (CWS) Certification Course

Become a recognized expert in advanced wound care with our Certified Wound Specialist program. This specialized training prepares licensed healthcare professionals to assess, treat, and manage complex wounds using evidence-based practices. Whether you work in acute care, rehabilitation, or home health, this course enhances your clinical expertise and prepares you for the CWS certification exam.

Why Choose CWS Course

Why Choose the CWS Course?

The CWS course is designed for medical professionals committed to improving wound healing outcomes. With increasing demand for specialized wound care in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities, this wound specialist certification helps you stand out as a clinical leader in the field.

Who Should Enroll

Who Should Take This Course?

This certified wound specialist certification is ideal for:

  • Wound Care Nurses and Nurse Practitioners
  • Physical and Occupational Therapists
  • Podiatrists and Physicians (MDs, Dos)
  • Physician Assistants and Advanced Practice Clinicians
  • Healthcare professionals actively involved in wound care management

What You’ll Learn

What You’ll Learn in the CWS Certification Course

Gain a strong foundation in wound physiology, treatment planning, and complication prevention through modules covering:

  • Wound Healing Physiology – Understand the biological stages of healing
  • Types of Wounds – Pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, surgical wounds, burns
  • Wound Assessment & Documentation – Measurement, tissue type identification, exudate analysis
  • Treatment Strategies – Topical therapies, dressings, negative pressure therapy
  • Debridement Techniques – Autolytic, enzymatic, mechanical, sharp/surgical
  • Infection Control – Best practices in antibiotic use and infection prevention
  • Nutrition & Healing – The role of dietary management in wound recovery
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration – Working with care teams for holistic wound management

Eligibility Criteria

To enroll in this CWS certification course, you must:

  • Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in a healthcare-related field
  • Be a licensed or credentialed clinical professional (RN, PT, MD, etc.)
  • Have at least 3 years of wound care experience within the last 5 years
  • Be actively practicing in a clinical wound care setting

Certification Exam Details

  • Credentialing Body: American Board of Wound Management (ABWM)
  • Exam Format: 150 multiple-choice questions
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Mode: Online or Prometric testing center
  • Passing Score: Determined by psychometric analysis (not disclosed)

Benefits of the Certified Wound Specialist Certification

For Professionals:

  • National recognition as a wound care expert
  • Expanded career opportunities in specialized wound clinics and home healthcare
  • Higher clinical credibility and leadership potential

 

For Healthcare Organizations:

  • Improved wound healing outcomes and reduced complications
  • Enhanced compliance with CMS guidelines and clinical quality standards
  • Stronger interdisciplinary care and documentation

Start Your CWS Certification Journey Today

Position yourself as a leader in wound care. Enroll in our comprehensive CWS certification course and prepare to earn the trusted certified wound specialist certification recognized across hospitals and clinical settings.

    Request a call back.

    Submit your details, we’ll get back to you.