Diploma in Wound Care and Stoma Therapy
The one-year diploma in Wound Care and Stoma Therapy will equip participating healthcare professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to prevent, manage, and treat patients with wounds and stomas effectively. The program is designed to meet the increasing demand for specialized wound care and stomal therapy services in hospitals, clinics, and home healthcare settings, particularly in the MENA region.Type of course delivery: Hybrid (online, in person)
Credits: 18 credits of didactic and practicum teaching
Duration of study: 12 months
Starts on: January 2026
Ends on: December 2026
Mission Statement:
This program is dedicated to empowering healthcare professionals with advanced, evidence-based knowledge and practical skills in wound and stomal care to enhance patient outcomes and quality of life. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and holistic education, the program prepares graduates to deliver compassionate, individualized, and effective care while advancing their professional practice.
Why a diploma in Stoma and Wound Care at LAU?
This one-year diploma is designed to equip healthcare professionals with:
- Advanced knowledge in wound care and stomal therapy
- Practical, hands-on clinical skills
- Critical decision-making tools for patient-centered care
- Multidisciplinary approaches for diverse care settings
- Participants will be prepared to serve in hospitals, long-term care, homecare and community-based settings.
Why now?
- Aging Population: increased need for chronic wound and stoma care
- Chronic Disease Rise: Diabetes, CVD and cancer driving demand
- Medical Innovation: needed for skilled integration of new tech and techniques
- Global Health Shift: Emphasis on prevention and cost-effective treatment
Who is eligible to register in this Program?
This program is open to professionals with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in nursing or any health-related field.
Curriculum – 18 credits
WSC501: Foundations of Wound Care and Stomal Therapy (3 credits)
WSC503: Wound Care Basics (3 credits)
WSC505: Advanced Wound Care (3 credits)
WSC507: Stoma Care Basics (3 credits)
WSC509: Advanced Stoma Care Management (3 credits)
WSC518: Practical Skills Workshops (2 credits)
WSC519: Capstone Project (1 credit)
Contact information:
E-mail: nursing.school@lau.edu.lb
Tel: +961 1 786456 ext. 2490
To apply, please follow these steps:
- Click on Apply now
- Under Step One, select “How to apply”
- Click “First Time User Account Creation”
- Complete the required fields and log in
- Follow the instructions to complete and submit your application]
Financial Aid is available.
Application Deadline: December 10, 2025.