DescriptionSingle or Dual Specialty CourseCourse DatesRequired Text
Tuition Cost and Application ProcessScholarshipsCareer OpportunitiesContact

 Description

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For detailed information on our three primary programs, please review our WOCNEC information packet.

The first six weeks of this particular ten-week program are devoted to Emory campus-based didactic instruction, followed by four weeks of clinical preceptorship and project completion that encompass three weeks of clinical, two days to complete the inservice requirement, and three days to be used as clinical "make-up" days by any student that needs them. Clinical assignments are selected to provide each student with a wide range of experiences in wound, ostomy, and continence care at a variety of clinical facilities in the metro-Atlanta area — those prospective students who wish to focus on just one or two specialties should see the single or dual specialty section below. All clinical experience is provided in tandem with an experienced and approved preceptor. Personal transportation is required, as most of the clinical facilities are off campus and often inaccessible by public transportation.

In order to assist applicants in selecting the course of study that best meets their particular needs and situation, the faculty have identified the advantages and disadvantages of each of the three program types. For the ten-week traditional program, the advantages are:

		Classroom discussion with peer group
		Structured learning experiences
		Wide range of clinical experiences

The disadvantages are:

		Ten weeks absence from home and work
		Intense and fast-paced theoretical component (all theory covered in five weeks; class held five days a week/eight–nine hours per day)
		Increased expense (tuition + living expenses, i.e., housing and food; + travel expenses + lost salary)

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 Single or Dual Specialty Course

While this program typically involves preparation for practice in the tri-specialty of wound, ostomy, and continence care, we also offer courses of study focusing on single or dual specialties:

		wound care only
		ostomy care only
		continence care only
		wound and ostomy care
		wound and continence care
		ostomy and continence care

Please note that the professional practice component of the program is required for all students; the only exception being students who have already completed a WOCN-accredited specialty course. Tuition is titrated for single or dual specialty courses.

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 Course Dates

Onsite weeks are scheduled based on student readiness, but are typically held every other month. For more information, please contact Brenda Michael at 404.778.3149.

		September 15 – November 21, 2008
		January 5 – March 13, 2009
		March 16 – May 15, 2009
		September 14 – November 20, 2009

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 Required Text

The required text for the course is the three-volume WOC Nursing Series. To order, please call 1 (800) 545-2522, or FAX 1 (800) 535-9935. In Canada, call toll-free 1 (800) 387-7278. For on-line orders, please visit Elsevier.

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 Tuition Cost and Application Process

The total cost of the program, excluding textbook costs, housing, etc., is $5,000 ($4,900 tuition fee, which includes modules, five weeks didactic, and 120 hours of arranged
clinicals + $100 application fee. The app. fee is payable to Emory WOCNEC and must be included with the completed application; the tuition fee is due upon acceptance into the program).

A Baccalaureate Degree is required for admission; RNs with a Baccalaureate in a field other than nursing must document coursework or experience in health assessment, research and statistics, leadership and management, and community health nursing.

		Application checklist
		PDF of application form

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 Scholarships

Scholarships are available through the WOCN. Once completed, the downloadable application must be received by the WOCN National Office by May 1st or November 1st . Applications may be submitted before the program begins, during the program, or by the first application deadline immediately following graduation.

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 Career Opportunities

In the interest of making our graduates aware of current job opportunities, AfterCollege™ has posted a page that lists entry-level opportunities with employers throughout the country that have expressed an interest in hiring Emory WOCNEC students — this link reflects all job postings in real time.

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 Contact

Emory University WOCNEC
c/o Brenda Michael
Room AT732
1365 Clifton Road, NE
Atlanta, GA 30322-1013

Telephone
404.778.3149

Fax
404.778.4778

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