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WCC Candidate ExaminationHandbookSeptember 2020
The National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy (NAWCO ) is a non-profit organization that is dedicated tothe advancement and promotion of excellence in wound care through the certification of wound carepractitioners in the United States. The Certification Committee of the NAWCO is the governing body of theWCC credential. The aspiration of the NAWCO is to unify wound care providers & practitioners fromdifferent educational backgrounds along the health care continuum in an effort to streamline the delivery ofquality wound care.The NAWCO offers the "Wound Care Certification Examination" to measure the academic and technicalcompetence of eligible candidates in the area of Skin and Wound Care Management above their basiclicensure. The WCC acts in accordance with legislation code and practice guidelines as determined by eachrespective professional state regulatory/licensing board. Therefore, WCC certification alone does notdetermine a practitioner’s scope of practice.NAWCO does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, creed, age, sex, nationalorigin, religion, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, sexual orientation, military dischargestatus, source of income or any other reason prohibited by law. Individuals applying for the examination willbe judged solely on the published eligibility requirements.This handbook contains information regarding the Wound Care Certification examination process of theNational Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy .The information contained in this Candidate Handbook is the property of National Alliance of Wound Careand Ostomy and is provided to candidates who will be taking the certification examination. Copies of thishandbook may be downloaded for single personal use, but no part of this handbook may be copied forpreparing new works, distribution or for commercial use. NAWCO does not provide permission for use of anypart of the handbook.To avoid problems in processing your application, it is important that you follow the guidelines outlined inthis handbook and comply with our required deadlines. If you have any questions about the policies,procedures, or processing of your application after reading this handbook, please contact the NationalAlliance of Wound Care and Ostomy . Additional copies of the handbook may be obtained from our website:www.nawccb.org.WE RECOMMEND YOU KEEP THIS CANDIDATE HANDBOOK FOR REFERENCE THROUGHOUT THE APPLICATION ANDEXAMINATION PROCESS. 9/2020ChecklistRead the Handbook cover to cover.Understand ALL National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy policies.Understand the WCC eligibility requirements and the application process.Read and agree to be bound by the NAWCO Code of Ethics, Standards of Practice, Candidate Agreementand the policies and procedures outlined in this handbook.Fill out the application form in its entirety.Complete work experience verification section that documents work experience related to wound care.Sign your application form.Submit application/examination fees of 380.00, made payable to NAWCO .Make a copy of your entire application packet for your records. (Your original records will not bereturned to you.)Contact informationNational Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy11817 Crestview BlvdKokomo, IN 46901or fax to: 1-800-352-8339or email: admin@nawccb.org1National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy WCC Candidate Examination Handbook 2020
Table of ContentsObjectives of Certification .5Scope of Practice .5Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) .5Registered Nurse (RN) .5Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) .6Physical Therapist (PT)/Occupational Therapist (OT).6Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) .7Occupational Therapy Assistant/Licensed (OTA) .7Physician/D.O. .8Physician Assistant (PA) .8Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) .9Eligibility Requirements .9Fees .10Code of Ethics .10Ethical Responsibilities .10Skin and Wound Management Training Courses .11Credentials .11Proper Use of Credentials . 11Certificate of Certification .11Credential of Certification Verification .11Application Process .11Education: .11Preceptor: .12Application Key Points.12Revocation of Certification .12Appeals .12Complaints & Discipline .13Recertification .13Reinstatement of Lapsed Credentials .13Final Ruling on Lapsed Credentials .14Examination Administration .14Scoring the Examination . 14Content of Examination .14Rules for the Examination . 15Accommodation Procedures .15Examination Results .16Review of Examinations. 16Retesting Policy .16Reexamination .17Examination Disclosure . 17Confidentiality .17Computer Examination Procedures .17Scheduling Your Examination Appointment .172National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy WCC Candidate Examination Handbook 2020
Reschedule of Examination Appointments . 17Security .18Practice Test .18Timed Examination .18Examination Results .18Paper & Pencil Test Procedures .18Admission .18Reporting Time .18Answer Sheets .18Examination Results .19Preparation for the Examination .19References for Study .19Examination Content Blueprint .19Domain and Objective .19Domain 1 - Patient and Wound Information .19Domain 2 - Plan of Care .19Domain 3 - Legal . 19Domain 4 - Skin .19Sample Examination Questions .20Disciplinary & Complaints Policy .21Introduction .21Grounds for Sanctions .21Complaints .21Complaint Submission .21Preliminary Review .21Complaint Review . 22Review Committee Appointment and Responsibilities .22Determination of Violation . 22Review Committee Recommendation . 22Certification Committee Determination .22Complaint Dismissal .22Determination of Violation .23Sanctions .23Appeal .23Request for Appeal. 23Appeal Committee . 23Basis for Appeal . 24Appeal Procedure . 24Resignation .24Reconsideration of Adverse Eligibility & Recertification Decisions .24Submitting a Request for Reconsideration .24Examination Results Appeal .24Review Process .25Initial Review .25Review by the Certification Committee . 25WCC Certification Options at a Glance.26WCC Lapsed Credentials Options at a Glance .27WCC Certification Program-Candidate Agreement / Statement of Understanding . 28Purpose .28Definitions .283National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy WCC Candidate Examination Handbook 2020
Nondisclosure .28Certification .28Grant and Consideration . 29Term and Termination .29Effect of Termination .29Conduct of Business .29Indemnification by Applicant .29Disclaimer of Warranties; Limitation of Liabilities .30General Provisions .30WCC Certification Application .31Request for Special Examination Accommodations .34Documentation of Disability-Related Needs .35Continuing Education Verification Record .36NAWCO Reexamination Application .374National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy WCC Candidate Examination Handbook 2020
Objectives of CertificationThe objective of the certification is to promoteconsumer protection and confer peer and publicrecognition to those individuals who proveproficient in their practice.The objective of WCC certification is to provideassurance to the public by promoting the deliveryof safe and effective skin and woundmanagement by:1. Recognizing formally those individuals whodemonstrate proficiency and mastery ofessential knowledge, expertise, and skills inskin and wound management above basiclicensure.2. Providing a standard of knowledgerequired for certification based uponclinical practice recommendations andother evidence based practice andresearch in the field of skin and woundmanagement.3. Establishing and measuring the level ofknowledge required for certification in skinand wound management.4. Promoting continued professional growth inskin and wound management.Scope of PracticeThe National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy provides certification to various disciplines inhealthcare. The scope of practice for the WoundCare Certified (WCC ) health care professional isperformed in accordance with legislation code andscope of practice as determined by eachrespective professional state regulatory boardalong with prospective employer mandatedguidelines. he WCC certification is based on USpractice; however international candidates whomeet the eligibility requirements may apply andearn certification.The scope of practice established by the NationalAlliance of Wound Care and Ostomy provideseach certified health care provider with anunderstanding of their role and responsibilities asa member of the interdisciplinary wound careteam. The WCC provides direct hands-on and/orconsultative skin and wound management in allhealth care settings. As with any specialty,certification does not supersede state practiceacts nor does it permit a clinician to practicebeyond their individual knowledge or expertise.Advanced Practice Registered Nurse(APRN)Role: The APRN works independently or incollaboration with a physician (according to statepractice acts and facility/agency policies) to leadthe interdisciplinary wound care team to plan andprovide care for the patient at risk of or withwound care needs. Responsibilities include but arenot limited to:a. Abides by state practice acts, regulations, andlaws established within the state/states oflicensure, and facility or agency-basedcredentialing and privileging requirements toprescribe medications, order tests andtreatments, and make necessary referrals.b. Independently or in collaboration with thephysician comprehensively assesses andestablishes wound diagnosis, prognosis, andwound care treatment.c. As a leader, provides oversight, assistance andguidance to other members of theinterdisciplinary wound care team to establishand provide a comprehensive approach towound management that includes alldisciplines and promotes optimum outcomes.d. Provides bedside treatments to includeconservative sharp debridement, whenindicated and permitted by state practice actsand facility policy.e. Independently, or in collaboration with otherinterdisciplinary wound care team members,develops and implements wound prevention,skin management, and wound treatmentprograms and provides correspondingeducation to patients, family members/caregivers, and facility/agency staff.f. Collaborates with other wound careprofessionals to promote research and assessfindings to establish updated, relevantapproaches to improve wound preventi
Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) Role: Under the supervision, delegation, and guidance of the registered nurse or prescribing provider (e.g. physician, APRN, or physician’s assistant), the LPN/LVN
