Health Leadership & Learning Network, York University
healthcare continuing education

Level-1-WoundCare- Certificate
Level 1/Foundations
Program Description
CHEN Wound Care Program Overview
The Canadian Healthcare Education Network (CHEN) Wound Care Program equips healthcare professionals with evidence-informed, micro-credential knowledge and skills to optimize wound assessment, management, and outcomes. Designed for clinicians across all healthcare sectors, our programs combine self-directed learning, interactive virtual classes, and hands-on practice. Enhance your expertise with our progressive courses tailored to the challenges of modern wound care.
Description:
Wound Care Level 1 is your gateway to understanding the foundational principles of effective wound care. This comprehensive course covers wound assessment, classification, and basic management strategies. With a mix of self-directed study and live virtual sessions, you’ll gain the confidence and skills needed to make informed decisions in clinical practice.
Wound Care Level 1 offers more than theory — it provides a fully hands-on learning experience with real wound care supplies at your fingertips. Students work directly with a wide range of dressings, products, and tools, gaining the practical knowledge and confidence to choose and use them effectively. Our program also focuses on empowering healthcare providers to take leadership in managing and applying their organization’s wound care formulary, making informed, cost-effective choices that improve patient care and resource utilization.
Learning Outcomes
Duration/Time Commitment
7 hrs/day over 4 days online
Fully online - Live instructor led sessions
In addition to class time, one (1) hour of self study time per course day
Program Outline
What You Receive
Requirements for Enrolment
This course is ideal for:
• Nurses: RNs, RPNs, LPNs, nursing students and other nursing professionals involved in wound care management.
• Doctors: Physicians, students, general practitioners, and specialists seeking to enhance their wound care expertise.
• Allied Healthcare Professionals: Including pharmacists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and others who play a role in wound prevention and treatment.
Whether you are looking to strengthen your foundational knowledge or refresh your skills, this program is designed to support healthcare providers in delivering evidence-based wound care.
This program is offered in English. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the language requirements. You may be asked to demonstrate language proficiency.
Current Term and Sessions
Fall 2025
Fall 2025: October 28, 29, Nov 4, 5
7am - 1:30pm MT each day
Fall 2025: Nov 18, 19, 25, 26
9AM to 4PM MT each day
Winter/Spring 2026
Winter/Spring 2026: Jan 13, 14, 20, 21
7am - 1:30pm MT each day
Winter/Spring 2026: Feb 3, 4, 10, 11
9am - 4pm MT each day
Winter/Spring 2026: Mar 3, 4, 10, 11
7am - 1:30pm MT each day
Summer 2026
Fee:
$1120.00
plus 5% GST
The course fee includes instruction and course materials only
Need to Renew Your Membership or Become a member in the AAN
Tuition Funding for Nurses
If you are registered as an RN or NP in Alberta, you can apply to ARNET for a tuition grant. See the link here for more information and how to apply.
Note: CHEN does not administer this funding. Consult the link provided for information