Exam Preparation and CME Resources
Exam Preparation Resources
About Our Exam Preparation
The American Board of Wound Healing (ABWH) provides structured exam preparation resources to support healthcare professionals seeking certification in wound care, hyperbaric medicine, and related fields.
Each certification includes access to continuing medical education (CME) resources, review courses, and official wound care study guides from trusted providers such as WebCME and the American Professional Wound Care Association (APWCA).
Whether you are pursuing a Physician Certification in Wound Care, a Certified Hyperbaric Technologist credential, or another ABWH-recognized exam, these materials are designed to help you prepare confidently and effectively.
Positions Eligible for Exams
- Physician
- Nurse Practitioner
- Physician Assistant
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Certified Nurse Aide
- Medical Assistant
- Podiatrist
- Veterinarian
- Respiratory Therapist
- Physical Therapist
- EMT or Paramedic
- Hyperbaric Technician
- Diver Medical Technician
- Life Support Technician
Note: Eligibility may vary depending on the certification type. Applicants are encouraged to review the official ABWH guidelines or the respective Physician Certification Form for complete eligibility requirements before applying.
- “Hyperbaric Medicine Practice” 2nd and 3rd Editions by Eric P. Kindwall, MD and Harry T. Whelan, MD
- Hyperbaric Medicine – Principles & Practice (WebCME)
- “Wound Care Essentials – Practice Principles” 4th Edition by Sharon Baranoski, MSN, RN and Elizabeth A. Ayello, PhD, RN (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2016)
- “Textbook of Chronic Wound Care: An Evidence-Based Approach for Diagnosis and Treatment” 1st Edition by Jayesh B. Shah, MD, Paul J. Sheffield, PhD, and Caroline E. Fife, MD
- “Wound Care Certification Study Guide” 2nd Edition by Jayesh B. Shah, MD, Paul J. Sheffield, PhD, and Caroline E. Fife, MD
- “A Comprehensive Review Course on Wound Management and Intervention” at APWCA.org
- “Wound Care Practice” 2nd Edition by Sheffield PJ and Fife CE (Best Publishing, 2007)
- Wound Care Review Course (WebCME)
- Hyperbaric Medicine Practice” 2nd and 3rd Editions by Eric P. Kindwall, MD and Harry T. Whelan, MD
- “Textbook of Chronic Wound Care: An Evidence-Based Approach for Diagnosis and Treatment” 1st Edition by Jayesh B. Shah, MD, Paul J. Sheffield, PhD, and Caroline E. Fife, MD
- “Wound Care Certification Study Guide” 2nd Edition by Jayesh B. Shah, MD, Paul J. Sheffield, PhD, and Caroline E. Fife, MD
- Hyperbaric Medicine – Principles & Practice (WebCME)
- Wound Care Review Course (WebCME)
- “Hyperbaric Medicine Practice” 2nd and 3rd Editions by Eric P. Kindwall, MD and Harry T. Whelan, MD
- Hyperbaric Medicine – Principles & Practice (WebCME)
- “Wound Care Essentials – Practice Principles” 4th Edition by Sharon Baranoski, MSN, RN and Elizabeth A. Ayello, PhD, RN (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2016)
- “Textbook of Chronic Wound Care: An Evidence-Based Approach for Diagnosis and Treatment” 1st Edition by Jayesh B. Shah, MD, Paul J. Sheffield, PhD, and Caroline E. Fife, MD
- “Wound Care Certification Study Guide” 2nd Edition by Jayesh B. Shah, MD, Paul J. Sheffield, PhD, and Caroline E. Fife, MD
Exam Preparation Resources
The American Board of Wound Healing (ABWH) provides structured exam preparation resources to support healthcare professionals seeking certification in wound care, hyperbaric medicine, and related fields.