Why take this program?
Skin is the largest organ in the body, supported by a number of underlying structures. To promote the health of skin clinicians need to appreciate, recognize, and comprehend both the complex nature of skin and what lies beneath. It is equally important that clinicians understand the normal phases of wound healing so that they can support optimal prevention and management of skin breakdown using a systematic approach.
Who should take this program?
Based on the content of Wounds Canada's Best Practice Recommendation articles, the aim of this self-paced, interactive, on-line program is to enhance the skin health and wound prevention and management knowledge of nurses and allied health-care professionals. Professionals who self-identify as a novice or advanced beginners in their skin health and wound prevention and management knowledge will benefit from this program.
What does this program offer?
This program will review the basic anatomy, physiology, and functions of the skin and its underlying structures, the basic principles of normal wound healing physiology, and fundamental differences in skin and wound healing relating to age and gender. By completing readings and successfully answering knowledge check questions, students will demonstrate knowledge of the Wound Prevention and Management Cycle, wound assessment, local wound care, and common types of acute and chronic wounds and their risk factors.
What will I receive once I complete this program?
Once the student successfully completes all of the program components (online modules and program evaluation), they will receive a certificate of successful completion.
Time: 8-9 hours on average to complete, self-paced
Pre-requisites: None
Program cost: $145.00 + tax
Additional Details
Program components (courses):
APHA01M: Introduction to Skin: Anatomy, Physiology and Wound Healing
This course will direct students to critically review the Wounds Canada document, Skin: Anatomy, Physiology and Wound Healing, and will test their knowledge of the critical components described within.
APHA02M: Anatomy and Physiology: Skin
This interactive course builds on the contents of the Wound Canada document “Skin: Anatomy, Physiology and Wound Healing” and takes a more in-depth look at the structure and functions of our two layers of skin, our dermal appendages, and underlying structures.
APHA03M: Anatomy and Physiology: Principles of Wound Healing
This interactive course builds on the contents of the Wounds Canada document “Skin: Anatomy, Physiology and Wound Healing” and takes a more in-depth look at the four phases of wound healing. This course also helps students differentiate between acute and chronic wounds and introduces them to the multiple factors that can interfere with wound healing.
BPWA01M: Introduction to Best Practice in the Prevention and Management of Wounds
This course will direct students to critically review the Wounds Canada document “Best Practice Recommendations for the Prevention and Management Wounds” and will test their knowledge of the critical components needed to positively influence outcomes for their patients with or at risk for wounds.
BPWA02M: The Wound Prevention and Management Cycle
This interactive course builds on the contents of the Wounds Canada document “Best Practice Recommendations for the Prevention and Management of Wounds” and takes a more in-depth look at the components and application of the Wound Prevention and Management Cycle (WPMC).
BPWB01M: Common Wound Types
This interactive course builds on the contents of the series of Wounds Canada Best Practice Recommendation documents and provides a general overview of common wound types, including pressure injuries, surgical wounds, diabetic foot ulcers, skin tears, burns, and venous leg ulcers.
BPWB02M: Local Wound Care
This interactive case-based course builds on the contents of the Wounds Canada document, Best Practice Recommendations for the Prevention and Management of Wounds, and takes a more in-depth look at the components of local wound care including cleansing, debridement, and bacterial balance and moisture management.
