Wound Basics 101
Foundational wound care training for every member of your clinical team, from basic observation to patient-centered management. Taught by a nationally recognized expert panel with decades of experience in post-acute settings.
What You'll Learn
Four expert-led modules delivering essential wound care knowledge in an accessible format for LPNs, CNAs, RNs, therapists, and all post-acute care professionals.
Evaluating a Wound: Key Observations
- Understanding tissue types, wound edges, skin integrity, and drainage
- Identifying wound characteristics without clinical assessment terminology
Pressure Injuries vs. Non-PIs
- Differentiating pressure injuries from other wound types
- Staging PIs using NPIAP and MDS (Section M)
- Management strategies aligned with F686 regulations
Treatments 101: Foundational Approaches
- Basic treatment principles and interventions
- Selecting appropriate wound care products
- Addressing wound healing challenges
Patient-Centered Care & the 4M Framework
- Defining patient-centered care in wound management
- Applying the 4M Framework: Mobility, Medications, Mentation, and What Matters
- Integrating holistic approaches to skin and wound care
Your Expert Panel
Each module is taught by a nationally recognized wound care specialist with decades of experience in post-acute settings.
Jennifer Bierhup
PAWSIC Member
Donna Boyer
PAWSIC Member
Mary Martin
PAWSIC Member
Jeanine Maguire
President, PAWSIC
The more staff who understand wound basics, the stronger your facility's overall skin health program will be.— PAWSIC Faculty
Who Should Attend
Designed for all healthcare professionals involved in patient care, regardless of role or facility type.
PAWSIC Certificate of Completion
Every individual who completes the course while logged in to their PAWSIC member account receives a Certificate of Completion. Watch through your member dashboard to track progress and earn your certificate automatically. Forward certificates to your Director of Nursing, CNO, or education coordinator to document team training.
Get Started in 3 Steps
Register Free
Complete the quick registration form below. Registration creates your free lifetime PAWSIC membership.
Confirm Your Account
You'll receive a welcome email from PAWSIC with your login link and the direct watch URL for the course.
Watch On-Demand
Stream all four modules at your own pace during the 72-hour window (June 22 to June 24, 2026). Download your certificate when finished.
Reserve Your Free Access
Registration takes under 60 seconds. You'll get instant access to Wound Basics 101 and your free PAWSIC membership unlocks the full member library.
Questions? We're here.
For group enrollment, facility-wide training, or any questions about the course, reach the PAWSIC team at [email protected].
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