CWCA Practice Test 2026 — Free CWCA Exam Prep Questions
The CWCA exam is the American Board of Wound Management's associate-level certification for LPNs/LVNs, PTAs, certified healthcare assistants and other professionals with at least three years of wound care experience. Our practice questions follow ABWM's five-domain CWCA outline, using bedside scenarios on healing physiology, wound and risk assessment, dressings and therapies, wound etiologies and professional issues such as scope and documentation.
An LPN who recently earned the CWCA credential is asked by a busy clinic to perform conservative sharp debridement, a task the state's LPN practice act does not permit. What should the LPN do?
CWCA format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based at Pearson VUE test centers.
Facts last verified Oct 5, 2026. Source: abwmcertified.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/CWCA-Handbook-2024.pdf. Always confirm details with ABWM before your exam.
When can you take the CWCA?
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What the CWCA covers
Every PrepBanq CWCA test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Wound Healing EnvironmentAnatomy and physiology of integumentary, musculoskeletal, vascular, neurological, lymphatic and other systems; phases of healing, cell function and acute versus chronic wounds. | 26% | ~26 | 6 questions → |
Assessment and DiagnosisHistory, physical examination, wound and skin assessment, pain, risk and functional assessment, laboratory/imaging/biopsy and nutrition. | 24% | ~24 | 6 questions → |
Patient ManagementWound bed preparation and debridement, dressings, cellular/tissue products, topical agents, complications, biophysical technologies, compression, NPWT, hyperbaric oxygen, pressure redistribution and surgical closure. | 20% | ~20 | 5 questions → |
Etiological ConsiderationsNeuropathic, diabetic, venous, ischemic, pressure, lymphedema, traumatic, surgical, atypical, dermatological, infectious, burn, edema, pediatric and inflammatory wounds. | 19% | ~19 | 5 questions → |
Professional IssuesDocumentation and legal concepts, patient adherence, reimbursement, ethics, multidisciplinary teams, epidemiology and evidence-based practice. | 11% | ~11 | 3 questions → |
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CWCA FAQ
How many questions are on the CWCA?
The CWCA has 120 questions (100 of them scored) and you have 2 hours 30 minutes to finish. Question types: Multiple choice; some items linked to a scenario; 20 unscored pretest items.
How long is the CWCA exam?
Testing time for the CWCA is 2 hours 30 minutes.
What is the passing score for the CWCA?
CWCA passing standard: Criterion-referenced (Angoff); score report shows number correct and number required to pass.
What is on the CWCA?
The CWCA covers Wound Healing Environment (about 26%), Assessment and Diagnosis (about 24%), Patient Management (about 20%), Etiological Considerations (about 19%), Professional Issues (about 11%).
Who administers the CWCA?
The Certified Wound Care Associate (CWCA) Exam is administered by ABWM. Delivery: Computer-based at Pearson VUE test centers.
Is there a free CWCA practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 3 free CWCA practice tests with 25 exam-style questions in the real CWCA formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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