Career Details

Certified Wound Specialist

Description

The Certified Wound Specialist board certification is the most prestigious and rigorous certification in wound care and demonstrates a distinct and specialized expertise in the practice. The CWS credential displays to patients, employers and peers a dedication to the highest standards and achievement in wound care.

Certifying Organization

American Board of Wound Management

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 1 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

Certificates

Certificate name

Certified Wound Specialist Physician

Certifying Organization

American Board of Wound Management

Type

C - Specialty

Certificate name

Limb Preservation and Salvage

Certifying Organization

American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry

Type

C - Specialty

Certificate name

Primary Care and Foot And Ankle Surgery

Certifying Organization

American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry

Type

C - Specialty

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