Southern Careers Institute
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing
Associate Degree
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Brownsville
Brownsville, TX
Next start
Rolling enrollment
Duration
75 weeks
App fee
None
Tuition
$40,170 for the Program
Certified Wound Specialist — CWS
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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
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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
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