Date: February 6 – April 16, 2023
Format/Location: Virtual Course, with Hub Meetings scheduled throughout the quarter (see dates below)
Course Description
Foundations for School Nursing provides relevant, skills-based education for anyone interested in school nursing or working in schools. The course is taught within a flexible, virtual learning environment, made with busy working people in mind. Participants will also have a variety of opportunities to connect with and build local professional networks.
Foundations for School Nursing provides relevant content for and is open to all pre- and post-licensure healthcare professionals and educators interested in school-based health. The course has been approved by the Professional Education Standards Board (PESB) to meet the course requirement for ESA Certification.
Participants in the program will also receive 30 CNE hours in addition to 30 State Clock hours after completing the program in full.
The University of Washington is the #1 public school of nursing in the United States. The program offered here is the most extensive preparation available in Washington State to ensure your success in the challenging but rewarding specialty of School Nursing. This program is also recognized by the School Nurse Organization of Washington.
Connect with Colleagues
Students will connect virtually in small facilitated groups called Hub meetings throughout the course to synthesize their learning, discuss case studies, ask questions, share expertise, and network with colleagues. Participants will choose between a Wednesday or Thursday group, and you will meet with the same group throughout the course. The meetings will be held on Zoom from 5-6pm on the following dates:
Wednesday Meetings:
– February 15, 2023
– March 1, 2023
– March 15, 2023
– March 29, 2023
– April 12, 2023
OR
Thursday Meetings:
– February 16, 2023
– March 2, 2023
– March 16, 2023
– March 30, 2023
– April 13, 2023
Target Audience
Current and prospective School Nurses, as well as other professionals interested in working in schools.
Learning Objectives
By the conclusion of this program, participants will:
- Develop knowledge of pediatric individual- and population-level health issues and interventions
- Develop knowledge of managing common pediatric acute and chronic conditions in schools
- Build skills and confidence to provide evidence-based care to youth in schools
- Learn current approaches to addressing health inequities in the school setting
Questions?
Contact schoolnursing@uw.edu
Date: February 5 – April 14, 2024
Format: Online Course with virtual Hub Meetings* (see dates below) (* ZOOM)
Weekly online Office hours on Mondays from 5-6 pm
Course Description
Foundations for School Nursing provides relevant, skills-based education for anyone interested in school nursing or working in schools. The course is taught within a flexible, virtual learning environment, made with busy working people in mind. Participants will also have a variety of opportunities to connect with and build local professional networks.
Foundations for School Nursing provides relevant content for and is open to all pre- and post-licensure healthcare professionals and educators interested in school-based health. The course has been approved by the Professional Education Standards Board (PESB) to meet the course requirement for ESA Certification.
Participants in the program will also receive 30 CNE hours in addition to 30 State Clock hours after completing the program in full.
The University of Washington is the #1 public nursing school in the United States. The program offered here is the most extensive preparation available in Washington State to ensure your success in the challenging but rewarding specialty of School Nursing. This program is also recognized by the School Nurse Organization of Washington.
Target Audience
Current and prospective School Nurses, as well as other professionals interested in working in schools.
Learning Objectives
By the conclusion of this program, participants will:
- Develop knowledge of pediatric individual- and population-level health issues and interventions
- Develop knowledge of managing common pediatric acute and chronic conditions in schools
- Build skills and confidence to provide evidence-based care to youth in schools
- Learn current approaches to addressing health inequities in the school setting
- Meet the requirements for the ESA
Connect with Colleagues
Students will connect virtually in small facilitated groups called Hub meetings throughout the course to synthesize their learning, discuss case studies, ask questions, share expertise, and network with colleagues. Participants will choose between a Wednesday or Thursday group, and you will meet with the same group throughout the course. The meetings will be held on Zoom from 5-6 pm on the following dates:
Wednesday Meetings:
– February 14, 2024
– February 28, 2024
– March 13, 2024
– March 27, 2024
– April 10, 2024
OR
Thursday Meetings:
– February 15, 2024
– February 29, 2024
– March 14, 2024
– March 28, 2024
– April 11, 2024
There will also be office hours (5-6 pm on Mondays) and a kick-off meeting on Monday, February 5th, 2024 from 5-6 pm. (This link will be sent out in a separate email to all the registrants).
Questions?
Contact schoolnursing@uw.edu
Format: Hybrid Virtual Classroom
Date: September 26 – November 10, 2022
Location: Online/UW Seattle
Course Description
This 30.0 contact hour course prepares healthcare professionals to practice evidence-based wound management with expanded skills and knowledge. Content is based on national wound management guidelines for a broad range of wounds.
Course Format
- Six Weeks Online Learning: The online phase of the course is taken independently and establishes a baseline level of knowledge for each participant. All assignments are completed and submitted online and can be accessed 24/7.
- Workshop: Following the online phase, participants attend a workshop that includes additional lectures, demonstrations, and skill development. Participants will have the option to attend the 2-day workshop in-person at UW or join the Livestream via Zoom. Registrants employed by a co-sponsoring agency attend the workshop at the location and on the dates and format designated by the Agency Coordinator.
Target Audience
For healthcare professionals in all settings, including wound care team members, treatment nurses, staff nurses, and nurse managers in acute care, long-term care, ambulatory care, and community-based settings
Objectives for Learning Outcomes
- Describe the basic structure and function of the skin.
- Identify changes in the integumentary system over the life span.
- Describe effective techniques for preventing skin damage.
- Describe the normal stages of wound healing.
- Describe the impact of comorbidities on wound development and closure.
- Identify systemic factors, such as nutrition, perfusion, and pathology that influence healing outcomes.
- Assess and measure wounds including venous, arterial, diabetic/neuropathic, and pressure ulcers.
- Describe wound product categories.
- Demonstrate competencies in pressure injury staging, ankle-brachial index (ABI) measurement, Semmes-Weinstein monofilament testing, application of selected compression wraps and documentation.
Course Schedule
| Location | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Online Phase |
September 26 – November 4, 2022 |
| Workshop |
|
Board of Content Experts
- Kristen Childress, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWCN-AP, Coordinator, Wound Seminar; Core Faculty, Wound Management Fundamentals Course (WMFC), Continuing Nursing Education, Associate Teaching Professor, Department of Child, Family, and Population Health Nursing University of Washington School of Nursing; Seattle; Sound Clinical Associates, PLLC Gig Harbor, WA
- Patty Morrison, MDiv, Education Specialist, Continuing Nursing Education, UW School of Nursing, Seattle
Registration Information and Workshop
- Individual Registrant
The fee for an individual registrant is $695. The fee includes the interactive workshop via and virtual self-paced workshop (available 24/7). Please register and pay online at your convenience.
- Co-Sponsoring Registrant
Registrants employed by a co-sponsoring agency attend the workshop at their own facility (unless otherwise specified). Participants may participate in the Livestream Workshop or complete the workshop at their workplace via online technology and receive hands-on instruction from an agency-designated wound care specialist. Before registering as an employee of a co-sponsoring agency, be sure to contact the designated Agency Coordinator (AC). Agency Coordinator information is listed below.
Agency Coordinators
CO-SPONSOR APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED!
Hospitals and agencies in all regions of the country are invited to co-sponsor the Wound Management Fundamentals Course.
- Agency Partners: Co-Sponsors and Agency Coordinators
- Learn how to become a Co-Sponsor
Contact Information
- For more information, please contact cne@uw.edu
FORMAT: Hybrid Virtual Classroom|
DATE: September 11 – October 22, 2023
WORKSHOP DATES: October 24 – 25, 2023
WORKSHOP LOCATION*: Swedish Cherry Hill Campus
*Registrants via a co-sponsoring agency attend the workshop at the location and on the dates and format designated by the Agency Coordinator.
Course Description
This 30.0 contact hour course prepares healthcare professionals with expanded skills and knowledge to practice evidence-based wound management. Content is based on national wound management guidelines for a broad range of wounds.
Target Audience
For healthcare professionals in all settings, including wound care team members, treatment nurses, staff nurses, and nurse managers in acute care, long-term care, ambulatory care, and community-based settings
Course Format
- Six Weeks Online Learning: The online phase of the course is taken independently and establishes a baseline level of knowledge for each participant. All assignments are completed and submitted online and can be accessed 24/7.
- Workshop: Following the online phase, participants attend a workshop that includes additional lectures, demonstrations, and skill development. Participants will have the option to attend the 2-day workshop in-person at Swedish Cherry Hill (preferred method for individual participants) or join the Livestream via Zoom.
Registrants employed by a co-sponsoring agency attend the workshop at the location and on the dates and format designated by the Agency Coordinator.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the basic structure and function of the skin.
- Identify changes in the integumentary system over the life span.
- Describe effective techniques for preventing skin damage.
- Describe the normal stages of wound healing.
- Describe the impact of comorbidities on wound development and closure.
- Identify systemic factors, such as nutrition, perfusion, and pathology that influence healing outcomes.
- Assess and measure wounds including venous, arterial, diabetic/neuropathic, and pressure injuries.
- Describe wound product categories.
- Demonstrate competencies in pressure injury staging, ankle-brachial index (ABI) measurement, application of selected compression wraps, and documentation.
Registration Information and Workshop
- Individual Registrant
The fee for an individual registrant is $695. The fee includes the interactive workshop via and virtual self-paced workshop (available 24/7). Please register and pay online at your convenience.
- Co-Sponsoring Registrant
Registrants employed by a co-sponsoring agency attend the workshop at their own facility (unless otherwise specified). Participants may participate in the Livestream Workshop or complete the workshop at their workplace via online technology and receive hands-on instruction from an agency-designated wound care specialist. If you are unsure if you are affiliated with an agency sponsor, please email wmfc@uw.edu.
Agency Coordinators
CO-SPONSOR APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED!
Hospitals and agencies in all regions of the country are invited to co-sponsor the Wound Management Fundamentals Course. Please review the Become a Specialty Co-Sponsor page for more information.
CURRENT CO-SPONSOR AGENCIES:
SEARHC
Community Health Association of Spokane (CHAS)
Neighborcare Health
Olympic Medical Center
PeaceHealth Ketchikan
PeaceHealth Seattle
Good Shepherd Health
Course Schedule
| Location | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Online Phase |
September 11 – October 22, 2023 |
| Workshop |
|
Planning Committee
- Birgit Peterson, RN, CWCN – Workshop Instructor
- Beth Carlson, MSN, MS, BSN, BA, RN, CWON
- Kristen Childress, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC, AGNP-C, CWCN-AP – Coordinator, Wound Seminar; Core Faculty, Wound Management Fundamentals Course (WMFC), Continuing Nursing Education, Associate Teaching Professor, Department of Child, Family, and Population Health Nursing University of Washington School of Nursing; Seattle; Sound Clinical Associates, PLLC Gig Harbor, WA
- Ade Chu, PhD, MEd, RN – Associate Director, Continuing Nursing Education, UW School of Nursing, Seattle, WA
- Continuing Education Coordinator, Continuing Nursing Education, UW School of Nursing, Seattle, WA
Contact Information
- For more information, please get in touch with wmfc@uw.edu
FORMAT: Hybrid Virtual Classroom
DATE: September 9 – October 24, 2024
WORKSHOP DATES: October 23 – 24, 2024
WORKSHOP LOCATION*: UW Tower
*Registrants via a co-sponsoring agency will attend the workshop at the location, dates, and format designated by the Agency Coordinator. See below under ‘Course Schedule’ for details.
Course Description
This 30.0 contact hour course prepares healthcare professionals with expanded skills and knowledge to practice evidence-based wound management. Content is based on national wound management guidelines for a broad range of wounds.
Target Audience
For healthcare professionals in all settings, including wound care team members, treatment nurses, staff nurses, and nurse managers in acute care, long-term care, ambulatory care, and community-based settings.
Course Format
- Six Weeks Online Learning: The online phase of the course is taken independently and establishes a baseline level of knowledge for each participant. All assignments are completed and submitted online and can be accessed 24/7.
- Workshop: Following the online phase, participants attend a workshop that includes additional lectures, demonstrations, and skill development. Participants will have the option to attend the 2-day workshop in-person at UW Tower (preferred method for individual participants) or join the Livestream via Zoom. Registrants employed by a co-sponsoring agency attend the workshop at the location and on the dates and format designated by the Agency Coordinator.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the basic structure and function of the skin.
- Identify changes in the integumentary system over the life span.
- Describe effective techniques for preventing skin damage.
- Describe the normal stages of wound healing.
- Describe the impact of comorbidities on wound development and closure.
- Identify systemic factors, such as nutrition, perfusion, and pathology that influence healing outcomes.
- Assess and measure wounds including venous, arterial, diabetic/neuropathic, and pressure injuries.
- Describe wound product categories.
- Demonstrate competencies in pressure injury staging, ankle-brachial index (ABI) measurement, application of selected compression wraps, and documentation.
Registration Information and Workshop
- Individual Registrant
The fee for an individual registrant is $695. The fee includes the interactive workshop or the virtual self-paced workshop (available 24/7). Please register and pay online at your convenience.
- Co-Sponsoring Registrant
Registrants employed by a co-sponsoring agency attend the workshop at their own facility (unless otherwise specified). Participants may participate in the Livestream Workshop or complete the workshop at their workplace via online technology and receive hands-on instruction from an agency-designated wound care specialist. If you are unsure if you are affiliated with an agency sponsor, please email wmfc@uw.edu.
Agency Coordinators
CO-SPONSOR APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED!
Hospitals and agencies in all regions of the country are invited to co-sponsor the Wound Management Fundamentals Course. Please review the Become a Specialty Co-Sponsor page for more information.
Course Schedule
| Location | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Online Phase |
September 9 – October 21, 2024 |
| Workshop |
|
Planning Committee
- Birgit Peterson, RN, CWCN – Workshop Instructor
- Beth Carlson, MSN, MS, BSN, BA, RN, CWON
- Kristen Childress, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC, AGNP-C, CWCN-AP – Coordinator, Wound Seminar; Core Faculty, Wound Management Fundamentals Course (WMFC), Continuing Nursing Education, Associate Teaching Professor, Department of Child, Family, and Population Health Nursing University of Washington School of Nursing; Seattle; Sound Clinical Associates, PLLC Gig Harbor, WA
- Ade Chu, PhD, MEd, RN – Associate Director, Continuing Nursing Education, UW School of Nursing, Seattle, WA
- Kamryn Hughes, MEd, Education Coordinator, Continuing Nursing Education, UW School of Nursing, Seattle, WA
Contact Information
- For more information, please get in touch with wmfc@uw.edu
FORMAT: Hybrid Virtual Classroom
DATE: March 27 – May 7, 2023 + Workshop: May 9 – 10, 2023
LOCATION: Online + UW Seattle
Course Description
This 30.0 contact hour course prepares healthcare professionals to practice evidence-based wound management with expanded skills and knowledge. Content is based on national wound management guidelines for a broad range of wounds.
Course Format
- Six Weeks Online Learning: The online phase of the course is taken independently and establishes a baseline level of knowledge for each participant. All assignments are completed and submitted online and can be accessed 24/7.
- Workshop: Following the online phase, participants attend a workshop that includes additional lectures, demonstrations, and skill development. Participants will have the option to attend the 2-day workshop in-person at UW or join the Livestream via Zoom. Registrants employed by a co-sponsoring agency attend the workshop at the location and on the dates and format designated by the Agency Coordinator.
Target Audience
For healthcare professionals in all settings, including wound care team members, treatment nurses, staff nurses, and nurse managers in acute care, long-term care, ambulatory care, and community-based settings
Learning Objectives
- Describe the basic structure and function of the skin.
- Identify changes in the integumentary system over the life span.
- Describe effective techniques for preventing skin damage.
- Describe the normal stages of wound healing.
- Describe the impact of comorbidities on wound development and closure.
- Identify systemic factors, such as nutrition, perfusion and pathology that influence healing outcomes.
- Assess and measure wounds including venous, arterial, diabetic/neuropathic, pressure injuries.
- Describe wound product categories.
- Demonstrate competencies in pressure injury staging, ankle brachial index (ABI) measurement, application of selected compression wraps and documentation.
Registration Information and Workshop
- Individual Registrant
The fee for an individual registrant is $695. The fee includes the interactive workshop via and virtual self-paced workshop (available 24/7). Please register and pay online at your convenience.
- Co-Sponsoring Registrant
Registrants employed by a co-sponsoring agency attend the workshop at their own facility (unless otherwise specified). Participants may participate in the Livestream Workshop or complete the workshop at their workplace via online technology and receive hands-on instruction from an agency-designated wound care specialist. If you are unsure if you are affiliated with an agency sponsor, please email wmfc@uw.edu.
Agency Coordinators
CO-SPONSOR APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED!
Hospitals and agencies in all regions of the country are invited to co-sponsor the Wound Management Fundamentals Course. Please review the Become a Specialty Co-Sponsor page for more information.
Course Schedule
| Location | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Online Phase |
March 27 – May 7, 2023 |
| Workshop |
|
Board of Content Experts
- Kristen Childress, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWCN-AP, Coordinator, Wound Seminar; Core Faculty, Wound Management Fundamentals Course (WMFC), Continuing Nursing Education, Associate Teaching Professor, Department of Child, Family, and Population Health Nursing University of Washington School of Nursing; Seattle; Sound Clinical Associates, PLLC Gig Harbor, WA
- Tina Hayashi, RD, Continuing Education Coordinator, Continuing Nursing Education, UW School of Nursing, Seattle, WA
- Adeline Chu, PhD, MEd, RN, Associate Director, Continuing Nursing Education, UW School of Nursing, Seattle, WA
Contact Information
- For more information, please contact wmfc@uw.edu
Format: Hybrid Virtual Classroom
Date: June 27 – August 11, 2022
Location: Online
Course Description
This 30.0 contact hour course prepares healthcare professionals to practice evidence-based wound management with expanded skills and knowledge. Content is based on national wound management guidelines for a broad range of wounds.
Course Format
- Six Weeks Online Learning: The online phase of the course is taken independently and establishes a baseline level of knowledge for each participant. All assignments are completed and submitted online and can be accessed 24/7.
- Workshop: Following the online phase, participants attend a workshop that includes additional lectures, demonstrations and skill development. Due to ongoing concerns regarding the COVID-19 Virus, UWCNE will host two workshop options: In-Person with Livestream option and a Virtual Workshop with self-paced skill sessions. Registrants employed by a co-sponsoring agency attend the workshop at the location and on the dates and format designated by the Agency Coordinator.
Target Audience
For healthcare professionals in all settings, including wound care team members, treatment nurses, staff nurses and nurse managers in acute care, long term care, ambulatory care and community-based settings
Objectives for Learning Outcomes
- Describe the basic structure and function of the skin.
- Identify changes in the integumentary system over the life span.
- Describe effective techniques for preventing skin damage.
- Describe the normal stages of wound healing.
- Describe the impact of comorbidities on wound development and closure.
- Identify systemic factors, such as nutrition, perfusion and pathology that influence healing outcomes.
- Assess and measure wounds including venous, arterial, diabetic/neuropathic, pressure ulcers.
- Describe wound product categories.
- Demonstrate competencies in pressure injury staging, ankle brachial index (ABI) measurement, Semmes-Weinstein monofilament testing, application of selected compression wraps and documentation.
Course Schedule
| Location | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Online Phase |
June 27 – August 5, 2022 |
| Workshop |
|
Board of Content Experts
- Kristen Childress, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWCN-AP, Coordinator, Wound Seminar; Core Faculty, Wound Management Fundamentals Course (WMFC), Continuing Nursing Education, Associate Teaching Professor, Department of Child, Family, and Population Health Nursing University of Washington School of Nursing; Seattle; Sound Clinical Associates, PLLC Gig Harbor, WA
- Patty Morrison, MDiv, Education Specialist, Continuing Nursing Education, UW School of Nursing, Seattle
Registration Information and Workshop
- Individual Registrant
The fee for an individual registrant is $695. The fee includes workshop. Please register and pay online at your convenience.
- Co-Sponsoring Registrant
Registrants employed by a co-sponsoring agency attend the workshop at their own facility (unless otherwise specified). Participants may participate in the Livestream Workshop or complete the workshop at their workplace via online technology and receive hands-on instruction from an agency-designated wound care specialist. Before registering as an employee of a co-sponsoring agency, be sure to contact the designated Agency Coordinator (AC). Agency Coordinator information is listed below.
Agency Coordinators
CO-SPONSOR APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED!
Hospitals and agencies in all regions of the country are invited to co-sponsor the Wound Management Fundamentals Course.
- Agency Partners: Co-Sponsors and Agency Coordinators
- Learn how to become a Co-Sponsor
Contacts
- For more information, contact Patty Morrison at 206-543-7967 or pdmor@uw.edu.
- For questions regarding registration, contact Hamida Moly at 206-221-2406 or hmoly@uw.edu