Canadian Healthcare Education Network

Fellowship in Advanced Wound Care Practice
(FAWCP)

COMING SOON!

The FAWCP is an advanced, interprofessional fellowship designed for healthcare professionals who are taking a leadership role in wound care.

Developed with an experienced faculty of wound care experts and
educators, FAWCP brings together the depth and rigor of Masters -level wound healing education with advanced clinical competencies needed to strengthen collaborative practice, develop clinical leadership skills, and successfully implement evidence-informed wound care practice change.

The Canadian Healthcare Education Network (CHEN) provides the home for FAWCP, bringing extensive experience in delivering high-quality, health professional education across Canada.

Advancing wound care through clinical expertise and leadership.

PROGRAM FEATURES

Take prior wound care education (e.g. NSWOC, AWCCP, IIWCC) to the next level in the highest level of wound education available in Canada
A 10‑month program featuring online biweekly webinars and advanced clinical‑skills labs delivered during onsite residency days in London, Ontario.
Actively participate in an interactive, case‑based collaborative learning environment, working in interprofessional teams to develop comprehensive plans of care for real cases involving complex, non‑healing wounds

CONTENT

MENTORSHIP: Engage in an individualized 1:1 Mentorship Experience with
nationally recognized wound care leaders.

CAPSTONE PROJECT: Receive expert guidance while applying Knowledge-to-Action framework to implement sustainable practice change.

COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE: Network with fellow learners and faculty who lead woundcare programs across Canada and share effective strategies and provide constructive feedback.

LEADERSHIP: Develop strong Leadership attributes grounded in reflective
practice, fostering clear communication, collaborative relationships, and the delivery of high- quality care.

RESEARCH APPLICATION: Critically appraise emerging technologies and new
practices to support clinical decisions.

ADVANCED CLINICAL SKILLS: Participate in Clinical Skills Labs including wound assessment, pressure redistribution, diabetic foot care, lower limb assessment, and advanced therapies.

WHO SHOULD ENROL

Registered/licensed health care providers (RNs, NPs, RPN/LPNs, MDs, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Chiropodists, Community Paramedics), and other healthcare professionals working in wound care.
A minimum of 5 years clinical experience
Prior wound care education (e.g., NSWOC, AWCCP, IIWCC) or equivalent wound care experience.
Hold current or emerging leadership roles within Canadian or International health‑care settings, overseeing programs that support individuals at risk for—or living with—complex, non‑healing wounds
Domestic and International applicants welcome.