Questions

Questions about the Advanced Practice application/portfolio?
If you have general questions on the process, please call Kathy Meyer at WOCNCB®, (888) 496-2622 or submit specific questions on the "Ask the Board" section in this website.

FAQs - Advanced Practice Certification

Q: I am only interested in advanced practice certification in the Wound and Ostomy specialties. Is AP certification only offered for the tri-specialty (CWOCN-AP)?
A: In addition to the tri-specialty (CWOCN-AP), advanced practice certification can be earned for any single specialty, or any two specialties.

Q: Will the AP certification replace my current certification, or must I do both?
A: Once you have earned your basic WOCN certification, and submit an AP portfolio to earn your Advanced Practice credential, you will only need to carry forward with the AP credential. Certification must be established every five years.

Q: I'm certified via Experiential Pathway. Will I qualify for AP credential without going through a WOCN Education Program?
A: Yes, you are eligible to submit your AP portfolio for wound, ostomy, and/or continence.

Q: I just recertified via PGP - can I use the same activities in my AP portfolio?
A: Yes, activities may be used for AP portfolio certification that was previously used in your PGP portfolio. You will need to use activities occurring during the past five year period.

Q: I have a Masters, but not in Nursing - will I be eligible for the AP credential?
A: The current eligibility requirements are that you have completed a graduate level NP or CNS program. A copy of your diploma and transcripts must accompany your application. Therefore, you must have a MSN.

Q: How much must I write for the eligibility requirement to write three comprehensive clinical scenarios?
A: You may submit a one-page document that answers the questions from the AP application.