Wholly owned and operated by Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC)
About the WOC Institute
The Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) Institute is wholly owned and operated by the association of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®). Our tri-specialty of wound, ostomy and continence nursing is unique, and we strive to improve the lives of those patients with challenges in wound, ostomy and continence.
The WOC Institute also strives to support those who have chosen this dynamic and evolving field by providing nurses, pharmacists, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals with comprehensive online education programs and skills-based training in wound, ostomy and continence care, giving them the tools necessary to progress their nursing careers and become an essential part of Canada’s healthcare system.
The WOC Institute’s flagship program is the Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC®) Program for baccalaureate-prepared Registered Nurses or Nurse Practitioners. The NSWOC Program is the only program in Canada whose graduates become Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC), and are able to write the CNA certification exam for Wound, Ostomy and Continence.
The WOC Institute’s educational programs are delivered by a team of highly knowledgeable and dedicated nurse leaders who are Canadian Association of Nurses (CNA) certified Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence.
Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission
To provide accessible on-line communities of learning for registered nurses and allied healthcare professionals to promote specialized knowledge, skills and judgment in wound, ostomy and continence.
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Vision
State of the art on-line education program driving a passion for excellence in wound, ostomy and continence care​
Values
Student Passion and Success
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Supported by an expert academic faculty
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Flexible, innovative approach to learning
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Identify potential for growth in wound, ostomy and continence care
Accessibility
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On-line education with IT support
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Available 24/7 – self determined hours of study
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Bilingual
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International opportunity
Accountability
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Program development to meet evolving needs of learning community
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Responsive to market needs
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Academic excellence in wound, ostomy and continence
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Best practice in the delivery of on-line education
Continuous Quality Improvement & Outcomes Management
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Solicit feedback and respond to the following areas:
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Educational courses
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Content
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Delivery
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Preceptorship/Mentorship
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Operational efficiencies
Collaborative Partnerships
The Wound, Ostomy & Continence Institute seeks active collaboration and formal partnerships with Universities and Colleges, Government, Professional associations and related organizations/agencies and other disciplines to promote knowledge exchange.
WOC Institute Administration & Leadership
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Jonathan Mancor
Program Coordinator
National Office
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Kimberly LeBlanc
WOC Institute Academic Chair
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Cheryl Harding
Academic Registrar
National Office
Shelley Draper
Administrative Support
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Nicole Denis
Preceptor Manager
Preceptorship Program
Cathy Downs
Program Development Lead
Program Development
Karen Campbell
Program Development Team
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Nicholas Joachimides
Program Development Team
Program Development
Kim Merrett
Program Development Team
Program Development
Julianne VanderMeer
Program Development Team
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Vida Johnston
SWAN Program Lead
SWAN Program
WOC Faculty
Full Name | Position | Position Type | Program/Area of Responsibility |
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Laura Robbs | Continence | Academic Advisor | PES Mentor |
Shelly Barnes | Wound Management, Paramedic Wound Care Associate, and PSW & Caregiver Skin Health | Academic Advisor | PES Mentor |
Susan Bolton | Advanced Wound Debridement | Academic Advisor | PES Mentor |
Eleanore Howard | Ostomy | Academic Advisor | PES Mentor |