The split-course option includes two components:
- Theoretical Component -- 160 hours on-site (four weeks, Monday through Friday, 8:30
a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) The theoretical component of the split course option provides the participant with a dynamic interactive learning experience.
- Clinical Component -- 160 hours of off-site clinical instruction*.
The clinical instruction may be provided by an approved clinical preceptor in the student's
geographical area, or with a clinical preceptor in the region where the class is held. Students
must complete and fulfill the clinical component of the course within twelve weeks of completing course theory.
*This meets the minimum criteria established by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses
Society (WOCN) Accreditation Committee.
Dates and Program Location for Onsite Program
The accredited WOC Nursing Education Program is offered several times per year at various
locations.
As new sites are selected for the program, they will be announced in the Journal of WOCN (the
publication of the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society).
2008 Dates and Locations:
September 15th to October 10, 2008 Full Scope- Wounds, Ostomy &
Continence- Mechanisburg, PA
October 27th to November 7, 2008 Wound Care Specialty Course
Worcester, MA- Hilton Gardens
2009 Dates and Locations:
January 19 th-30th, 2009 Wound Care Specialty Course
Mechanicsburg, PA
March 23rd to April 3, 2009 Transition Course- Ostomy and
Continence
Mechanicsburg, PA
May 4th to May 15, 2009 Wound Care Specialty Course
Mechanicsburg, PA
September 14th to October 9, 2009 Full Scope- Wounds, Ostomy &
Continence
Mechanicsburg, PA
November 2nd to November 13, 2009 Wound Specialty
Location- TBA
Admission Process
The application process for all courses is handled through the administrative offices of Wicks
Education Associates, Inc. (WEA), in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Additional information
may be obtained by calling WEA at 1-800-807-WICKS or (717) 737-2770.
Admission Requirements:
- Registered Nurse with a Baccalaureate Degree
- One year of clinical experience within the past five years
Expenses
The student is responsible for purchasing the following textbooks for On-Site/
Home Study program.
Wound, Ostomy & Continence Program ( On-Site & Home Study)
Doughty, D.B. (Ed.), Urinary and Fecal Incontinence: Current Management Concepts. St. Louis, Missouri: Mosby Year Book, Inc.
( ISBN: 0-323-03135-8)
Colwell, Janice C. Goldberg, Margaret T, Carmel, Jane E. (Eds). Fecal & Urinary Diversions: Management Principles. St. Louis, Missouri: Mosby, Inc. ( ISBN: 0-3230-2248-0)
Bryant, R.A. Nix, Denise P. ( 3rd Ed.) Acute & Chronic Wounds: Current Management Concpets, St. Louis, Missouri: Mosby, Inc.
( ISBN: 0-323-03074-2)
Each textbook may be purchased either new or used at a cost of between $55-$65 per textbook.
| $75 | Application Fee |
| $3,900 | Tuition* |
* The cost of the clinical component is negotiated between the student and the clinical preceptor and is the responsibility of the student.
* Tuition and fees may be adjusted periodically.
Payment Policy
The program tuition is due by the first day of the course. When institutional payment is in process, a letter of intent to pay is required. In extenuating circumstances, payment arrangements must be discussed with the Business Manager. In the event that fees are not paid in full, the student will be unable to take the final examination.
Scholarship Information
A portion of the tuition my be granted (based on need) through the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN) Scholarship Committee. To obtain an application form contact:
WOCN National Office
15000 Commerce Parkway, Suite
Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054
Phone: 1-888-224-WOCNwebsite:www.wocn.org
Curriculum and Faculty
The course curriculum follows the WOCN curriculum blueprint. The course is presented in four units of study: Wound Care, Ostomy Management, and Incontinence. Professional Practice is integrated throughout the program.
The faculty for the program includes Lucy J. Wicks, MSN,RN,CWOCN, Program Co-Director and Jane Carmel, MSN, RN, CWOCN, Program Co- Director, as well as healthcare professionals, WOC Nurse educators and clinicians from a wide geographical area.
Accreditation
The WOC Nursing Education Program has been accredited by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN).
Living Arrangements
Wicks Educational Associates, Inc. works with hotels in each geographical location to secure reduced rates for students. Assistance in locating satisfactory living arrangements is provided. A list of hotels and rates will be sent upon request.
