Question 1

Am I eligible to take this certification?

Accepted Answer

As long as you meet all the requirements listed on the application, you are eligible to take the certification.

Question 2

What licenses or degrees qualify? RN, NP, PA, MD, DO, PT, etc.

Accepted Answer

The Physician Certification in Wound Care (PCWC) is open to MD, DO and DPM. The CHWS, CHS, CSWS are open to all clinical degrees as long as you meet the criteria listed on the applications.

Question 3

Do I need a certain number of clinical wound care hours?

Accepted Answer

Please refer to the certification application which clearly lists the required clinical wound and hyperbaric hours. If you have worked in a clinical setting for 1 year vs 2 years, but have accumulated the required number of hours, you can move forward with applying for certification.

Question 4

Can students, residents, or fellows sit for the exam?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 5

How do I register for the exam?

Accepted Answer

Once your application has been approved you will receive a link to your e-mail (please check your spam if you do not see the link in your inbox). You will proceed with scheduling by clicking that link.

Question 6

Is there an application approval process before scheduling?

Accepted Answer

Once you have submitted your application the board will review and approve your application within 3 business days. If anything is missing, you will be contacted by a member of our team.

Question 7

How far in advance should I apply?

Accepted Answer

You have one year from the date of your approval to take the examination.

Question 8

Where is the exam offered? Testing center vs online proctoring?

Accepted Answer

All ABWH exams are offered online using a virtual proctoring and screen recording service. If the exams are offered at an upcoming clinical conference, they will be announced.

Question 9

Can I reschedule if something comes up?

Accepted Answer

You can decide when and where to take your examination. If something comes up, you can proceed to test when the time is right.

Question 10

Do you offer an official prep course or study guide?

Accepted Answer

Please visit the corresponding certification page to see suggested study material. Practice exams are available.

Question 11

What is the passing score?

Accepted Answer

You must pass with a 60% or greater.

Question 12

Is the exam graded immediately or later?

Accepted Answer

You will receive your examination score immediately upon submitting your exam. You will also receive an e-mail.

Question 13

What happens if I fail?

Accepted Answer

First attempt not passed: You may retest at any time once you feel adequately prepared. Second attempt not passed: You must wait six (6) months before retesting. Third attempt not passed: You must wait one (1) year and submit continuing education credits.

Question 14

Is this certification nationally recognized?

Accepted Answer

The ABWH certifications are endorsed by several professional societies including The American College of Hyperbaric Medicine and The American Professional Wound Care Association.

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