Microcredential
Introduction to Wounds: Anatomy, Physiology and Assessment
On this page: Overview | Scope of future study | Learning outcomes | Course structure | Entry requirements | Fees | Apply
Important dates
| 2025 | Applications close | Commences | Census Date | Academic Withdrawal** | Ends | Grade Release |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | 15 January 2025 | 20 January 2025 | 3 February 2025 | 24 February 2025 | 30 March 2025 | 14 April 2025 |
| Term 2 | 9 April 2025 | 14 April 2025 | 28 April 2025 | 19 May 2025 | 22 June 2025 | 7 July 2025 |
| Term 3 | 2 July 2025 | 7 July 2025 | 21 July 2025 | 11 August 2025 | 14 September 2025 | 29 September 2025 |
| Term 4 | 24 September 2025 | 29 September 2025 | 13 October 2025 | 3 November 2025 | 7 December 2025 | 19 January 2026 |
Overview
The Introduction to Wounds: Anatomy, Physiology and Assessment microcredential aims to develop your knowledge and wound assessment skills to be able to apply them in clinical practice. Firstly, nurses need to thoroughly understand the anatomy and physiology of the skin, including wound physiology.
The key to effective wound management is a holistic and comprehensive assessment, therefore the principles of assessment for all wounds will be explored.
This microcredential is the first in a series of three that corresponds to the unit of study 050 Wound Management.
Scope of future study
This microcredential can be completed to receive a standalone credential or stacked together in a series of three microcredentials. Completing all three microcredentials in the series allows you to apply for credit towards the unit 050 Wound Management (6 credit points) to build towards a full Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing, Aged Care Nursing, Community and Primary Health Nursing, Orthopaedic Nursing, Palliative Care Nursing or Stomal Therapy Nursing at ACN.
Which unit does this microcredential align with?
Learning outcomes
- apply the principles of holistic assessment for wound management in clinical practice
- examine the factors that impact wound healing
Course structure
Topics
- Module 1: Anatomy and physiology
- Module 2: Assessment
Assessment
- Reflective journal
Entry requirements
Applicable to all registered nurses who want to expand their knowledge and skills in all nursing fields.
Fees
Members: $1,005
Non-members: $1,116.50
Fees are GST inclusive and are subject to change without notice.
Meet your Nurse Educator
Elizabeth Moran, Nurse Education – Higher Education
RN, MEd, Cert IV TAE, MACN
e: elizabeth.moran@acn.edu.au
» About me
Liz Moran is a nurse educator at the Australian College of Nursing and coordinates the Graduate Certificate in Stomal Therapy Nursing. Liz also contributes to educational delivery across all ACN’s divisions.
Liz has a Master’s degree in Education (health science) obtained in 2011 from the University of Sydney. She is a member of the Australian Nurse Teachers Society and the Diagnostics and Interventional Cardiology Nurses Group. Liz undertook her nurse training in the United Kingdom where she worked in critical care areas. Liz has over 30 years of extensive clinical experience in both public and private health settings as well as remote area nursing in the Kimberly’s, WA. She has also worked in the field of research at St Vincent’s Centre for Applied Medical Research.
Currently she combines her two loves of nursing and education in the role of nurse educator with particular interests in evidence based practice, reflective practice and creating exceptional educational experiences. She believes that education is foundational in advancing nursing leadership.
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How microcredentials work
Start with a single course, build practical skills you can use immediately, and stack credits towards a graduate certificate when you’re ready.
1
Choose your first course
Start with any microcredential that fits your goals and interests. Each course is online, self-paced, and designed to make an impact in your practice right away.
2
Build your expertise
As you complete more courses, you build expertise in essential areas. Each microcredential you complete adds to your skills and prepares you for greater responsibility.
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Stack towards a Graduate Certificate
Combine your completed courses to work towards a graduate certificate, creating a pathway to formal qualifications on your own schedule.
Why study with ACN
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