WOCNCB Recertification
Recertification is required every 5 years. All recertification efforts must be completed and approved prior to current credential expiration date. Only current certificants are eligible for recertification. You must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (or LPN for the WTA-C). A copy of your current license must be submitted with your information.
Recertification via examination is an indication that nurses in the specialty demonstrate continual learning and professional growth using current evidence-based practices in the area of wound, ostomy, continence, or foot patient care. The WOCNCB also established the Professional Growth Program (PGP) to recognize activities which go beyond routine WOC practice, or which represent progression of practice along the novice-to-expert continuum.
WOCNCB defines the Continuing Competence required for recertification as continual learning and professional growth using current evidence-based practices in the area of wound, ostomy, continence, or foot patient care as a means to ensure effective job performance and patient safety.
Recertification of valid (non-lapsed) WOCNCB credentials can be completed 2 ways:
