At West Coast Wound & Skin Care Care, education and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.  Through our structured in-service training programs, we provide nurses, clinicians, administrators, and healthcare teams with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to deliver the highest quality of wound management.

Our goal is simple—to ensure that every patient, provider, and facility we serve benefits from up-to-date practices, clinical consistency, and a shared understanding of how to achieve the best possible healing outcomes. 

What Makes Our In-Service Training Unique

Our in-service training is presented by us in collaboration with The Post Graduate Academy. Together, we provide comprehensive and interactive educational experiences focused on real-world application. 

Each session is designed to build a collaborative foundation among medical professionals, caregivers, and patients.  Our training is conducted by our clinical staff. 

By blending hands-on clinical education with evidence-based strategies, we strengthen every aspect of the care process—from early intervention to long-term management and prevention.

This approach fosters consistency, enhances confidence, and improves communication between staff, patients, and families.

Who Our In-Service Training Is For

Our programs are designed for a wide range of healthcare professionals seeking to advance their wound care expertise. Participants often include:

• Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) looking to strengthen their clinical wound care capabilities. 
• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs) seeking to learn even more about patient care and prevention. 
• Directors of Nursing (DONs) and Administrators focused on ensuring that their facilities maintain the highest clinical and regulatory standards. 

Whether you’re new to wound care or have decades of experience, our in-service training provides valuable knowledge and tools to help improve outcomes across all care environments.

Comprehensive Topics That Build Real-World Skills

Our in-service training curriculum covers a wide spectrum of wound management topics. Topics include:

• Introduction to Wound Care: Understanding the fundamentals of wound assessment, documentation, and treatment planning, as well as other topics.  
• Pressure Injury Staging and Management: Accurate identification and evidence-based treatment techniques for pressure ulcers. 
• Diabetic and Vascular Wound Management: Specialized care strategies for chronic and complex wounds. 
• Geriatric Dermatology Care: Addressing age-related skin challenges and fragile tissue management. 
• Debridement Techniques: Safe and effective removal of non-viable tissue to promote healing. 
• Post-Surgical and Trauma Wound Treatment: Comprehensive protocols for acute and surgical wounds. 
• Infection Control and Prevention: Reducing the risk of cross-contamination and promoting a safe care environment. 
• Proper Use of Dressings and Skin Substitutes: Selecting and applying advanced wound care products effectively. 

Each training module isn’t just a dry lecture covering theory— you’ll learn key factors that lead to improved patient outcomes and faster recovery.

What Participants Can Expect

Upon completion of our training, attendees receive a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) certificate within seven days. 

Plus, they leave with a stronger grasp of practical, immediately applicable knowledge that enhances care delivery.

Participants can expect to gain:

• Improved clinical confidence through guided, hands-on learning experiences. 
• Deeper understanding of wound assessment, staging, and advanced treatment techniques. 
• Enhanced coordination between multidisciplinary teams, promoting continuity of care. 
• Greater compliance with current regulatory and clinical standards. 

That’s just some of what you can leave with. Every session reinforces our shared mission—to deliver consistent, high-quality wound care while empowering healthcare professionals to keep learning, growing, and achieving better results for their patients.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our In-Service Training

What makes your in-service treatment unique? 

Our structured training programs are designed to provide nurses, clinicians, administrators, and healthcare teams with the essential skills and knowledge for high-quality wound management. We prioritize clinical consistency and the use of up-to-date, evidence-based practices to achieve the best possible healing outcomes.

What makes it unique is our collaboration with The Post Graduate Academy. Together, we offer comprehensive, interactive educational experiences that blend hands-on clinical education with real-world application, fostering collaboration and strengthening every aspect of the care process.

Who is the training designed for?

Our programs are designed for a wide range of healthcare professionals looking to advance their wound care expertise. Participants commonly include:

• Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs): To strengthen clinical capabilities.
• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs): To advance patient care and prevention knowledge.
• Directors of Nursing (DONs) and Administrators: To ensure facilities meet the highest clinical and regulatory standards.

Whether you are new or highly experienced, the training offers valuable knowledge and tools.

What specific wound care topics are covered in the curriculum?

The curriculum covers a comprehensive spectrum of wound management topics focused on building real-world skills. Key topics include but are not limited to: 

• Introduction to Wound Care (assessment, documentation, and treatment planning).
• Pressure Injury Staging and Management.
• Diabetic and Vascular Wound Management.
• Geriatric Dermatology.
• Debridement Techniques.
• Post-Surgical and Trauma Wound Treatment.
• Infection Control and Prevention.
• Proper Use of Dressings and Skin Substitutes.

What can participants expect to gain after completing the training?

Upon successful completion, attendees receive a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) certificate within seven days. More importantly, participants can expect to gain:

• Improved clinical confidence through guided, hands-on learning.
• A deeper understanding of advanced assessment and treatment techniques.
• Enhanced coordination among multidisciplinary teams.
• Greater compliance with current regulatory and clinical standards.

Empowering Better Healing Through Education

At West Coast Wound Care, we believe that better training leads to better healing. Our in-service training helps bridge the gap between theory and practice, turning complex wound care principles into practical, effective care strategies. 

This approach helps create an environment where holistic wound care excellence becomes the standard, not the exception.

Our training program exemplifies that commitment. By strengthening the skills of healthcare professionals and empowering them to act with knowledge and confidence, we help ensure that each wound receives the attention it deserves—and each patient receives the compassionate, evidence-based care they need.

West Coast Wound & Skin Care proudly serves healthcare facilities, clinics, and patients across the region. To learn more about our in-service training opportunities or schedule a session for your team, contact us today.