Frequently Asked Questions

What is a WCC^® Practitioner?

A WCC (Wound Care Certified) Practitioner is a healthcare professional who has made a choice to advance his/her knowledge in wound care. This is demonstrated by years of experience, a desire to become certified, attending extensive wound care training and passing a certification examination. This knowledge base is a voluntary personal desire to deliver the highest quality of wound care available in the United States.

How does a WCC function?

A WCC has many functions related to skin and wound care management including:

• Review of wound treatments for effectiveness
  
  
• Assessment of potential for healing
  
  
• Perform risk assessment for potential skin problems
  
  
• Review environmental and nutritional factors that may impede healing of wounds
  
  
• Recommend treatments and supportive equipment to improve wound healing
  
  
• Provide education regarding skin and wound care management to patients and healthcare workers
  
  
• Assist in wound care product selection based on individual need, cost, and reimbursement
  
  
• Work with other members of the health care team in the planning of overall care to promote healing