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).
2010 dates
September 13 to October 8, 2010 Full Scope - Wound, Ostomy &
Continence
Location - Mechanicsburg, PA
November 8 to November 19, 2010 Wound Care Specialty
Location - Mechanicsburg, PA
2011 dates
February 21 to March 4, 2011 Wound Care Specialty
Location - Mechanicsburg, PA
May 9th to May 20, 2011 Wound Care Specialty
Location - TBA
September 12 to October 7, 2011 Full Scope - Wound, Ostomy &
Continence
Location - Mechanicsburg, PA
October 10 to October 21, 2011 Transition Course - Ostomy and
Continence
Location - TBA
November 7 to November 18, 2011 Wound Care Specialty
Location - Mechanicsburg, PA
Admission Process
The application process for all courses is handled through the administrative offices of Wicks
Educational 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) This book is out of print but students may purchase a copy directly from Wicks at the cost of $65.00. Please contact the office at: 1-800-807-9425
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.
| $ 75.00 | Application Fee |
| $3,900.00 |
Tuition
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* 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, Director of Education. Jane Carmel, MSN, RN, CWOCN and Julie Phelps-Maloy, MS, ARNP, CWOCN, Program Co- Directors. Healthcare professionals, WOC Nurse educators and clinicians from a wide geographical area who are experts in their fields, also speak on various topics.
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.
Here is a link to a recommended local hotel.
HomeWood Suites - Harrisburg west
