Module 1

Fundamentals of Wound Care  (18 hours):

This module introduces the fundamental principles of wound care and provides learners with a strong foundation in skin integrity, wound healing and evidence-based wound management. Learners will develop an understanding of the structure and function of the skin, factors affecting wound healing and the physiological processes involved in tissue repair.

The module covers the classification of wounds, including acute and chronic wounds, and introduces a systematic approach to wound assessment and documentation. Learners will explore the principles of wound bed preparation, infection prevention and management, and the role of inflammation in wound healing. Emphasis is placed on recognising wound characteristics, identifying barriers to healing and selecting appropriate management strategies.

Module 2

Pressure Injury and Skin Integrity (12 hours):

This module focuses on maintaining skin integrity and implementing evidence-based strategies for the prevention, assessment and management of pressure-related and moisture-associated skin damage. Learners will develop the knowledge and skills required to identify individuals at risk of skin breakdown and implement appropriate preventive interventions across healthcare settings.

The module covers the aetiology, staging, prevention and management of pressure injuries, with emphasis on risk assessment, pressure redistribution and skin inspection. Learners will also explore the identification and management of Medical Adhesive-Related Skin Injury (MARSI), Moisture-Associated Skin Damage (MASD), Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis (IAD) and other common causes of skin breakdown.

Module 3

Advanced Wound Management (15 Hours):

This module focuses on the assessment and management of complex and specialised wound types commonly encountered across acute, community and long-term care settings. Learners will develop advanced clinical reasoning skills to identify wound aetiology, contributing factors and evidence-based treatment strategies.

Topics include the assessment and management of surgical wounds, wound dehiscence, burns, malignant wounds, palliative wounds and paediatric wounds. Learners will explore wound-related complications such as infection, exudate management, pain control, bleeding and odour management. The module will also introduce advanced wound care products and dressing selection principles based on wound characteristics and patient needs.

Module 4

Principles and Practice of Ostomy Care (15 Hours):

This module equips learners with the knowledge and skills required to provide safe, effective and person-centred ostomy care across the continuum of care. Learners will gain an understanding of gastrointestinal and urinary anatomy and physiology, indications for stoma formation and the different types of faecal and urinary diversions.

The module covers pre-operative stoma education, stoma site marking principles, post-operative assessment and routine stoma management. Learners will be introduced to various pouching systems, accessories and product selection based on stoma characteristics, body profile and lifestyle considerations.