Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses Society

Continuing education and publications: the organization offers continuing education live, virtual and on demand online and through workshops. The organizations also provides research projects and holds other events during the year for nurses and healthcare professionals. The organization's publications serve as an educational tool for nurses and healthcare professionals who are interested in wound, ostomy and continence issues.

Scholarships: the organization actively supports wound, ostomy and continence research and evidenced-based practice through several initiatives, such as its scholarship program. The organization awards scholarships to deserving individuals committed to working within the wound, ostomy and continence nursing specialty. Applicants agree to support the organization's philosophy and scope of practice. Scholarship applicants must be accepted into a wocn society accredited nursing education program. Scholarship applications are accepted twice yearly.