PROJECT
Innovation for a Holistic Approach to Wound Care
The DiGi-Care project, part of the Erasmus+ initiative, aims to develop innovative digital solutions for wound care training for healthcare professionals. Running from December 2023 to June 2026, the project will produce four main outputs: an e-learning platform, a mobile application, a virtual reality learning platform, and an e-book. These tools are designed to provide accessible, high-quality training for health students, professionals, and educators across the EU and Ukraine. Through collaboration with partners from seven countries, DiGiCare will promote modern wound care practices and improve vocational training outcomes. The project emphasizes inclusivity, digital innovation, and sustainability in healthcare education.
8
Countries
1000
People involved in the project
2,5
Years of work
Project objectives
The objective of the DiGi-Care project is to develop innovative digital tools for wound care training, aimed at healthcare professionals, students, and educators. The project will create an e-learning platform, a mobile application, a virtual reality training platform, and an e-book. These tools will provide accessible, high-quality education in modern wound care practices across the EU and Ukraine. By focusing on inclusivity, digital innovation, and sustainability, DiGiCare seeks to improve vocational training in healthcare, enhancing the skills of professionals and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. The project also promotes collaboration between international partners, ensuring that the tools and methodologies developed meet the diverse needs of healthcare systems across Europe.
Increasing Knowledge and Awareness of Wound Care
The project focuses on improving knowledge and raising awareness about wound care among healthcare professionals, students, and the general audience. This will be achieved through comprehensive online training courses, webinars, and interactive workshops.
Developing Wound Care Skills
Enhancing the practical wound care skills of the target audience is a core objective. Through simulation training, virtual reality sessions, and tailored e-learning materials, participants will gain hands-on experience in modern wound care techniques.
Developing Wound Care Standards
The project aims to establish standardized, evidence-based guidelines for wound care, ensuring a unified approach across various healthcare settings and countries. These standards will support consistency and improve patient outcomes in wound management.
Impact
Broad Influence and Long-Term Benefits
The DiGi-Care project will have a significant impact on healthcare professionals, students, participating organizations, and the broader health sector. Participants will gain enhanced practical skills in wound care, improving their professional competence and contributing to better healthcare outcomes for patients. The project will increase accessibility to high-quality, standardized wound care training through digital platforms, ensuring that even those in remote or underserved regions can benefit from cutting-edge education. Organizations involved in the project will expand their networks, enhance their staff’s expertise, and improve the quality of their healthcare services. Additionally, by introducing standardized wound care practices, the project will strengthen health systems across the EU and Ukraine, fostering consistency in patient care and improving the overall efficiency of healthcare delivery. Stakeholders will be encouraged to integrate the project’s outcomes into their own training programs, thereby contributing to the sustainability and long-term impact of the initiative.
Target Groups
The DiGiCare project primarily targets healthcare professionals, nursing students, and educators who specialize in wound care. These groups are central to the project’s mission of enhancing practical skills, knowledge, and standardized practices in wound management through innovative digital tools.
Additionally, other stakeholders, including healthcare institutions, policy makers, and social care organizations, will play a key role in disseminating the project’s outcomes and integrating them into their own systems for broader reach.
Healthcare Professionals
Nurses, doctors, and caregivers involved in wound care will benefit from advanced training in wound management techniques and the latest innovations in treatment through the DiGiCare platform.
Healthcare Students and Educators
Nursing and medical students, as well as their instructors, will gain access to tailored digital learning resources that will enhance both their theoretical and practical wound care skills.
Healthcare Institutions and Policy Makers
Organizations and policymakers will help ensure the adoption and integration of DiGiCare’s evidence-based guidelines and tools to enhance healthcare outcomes across various settings and regions.
Innovative Tools and Expected Results
Results
The DiGi-Care Project will deliver several innovative tools and outcomes aimed at transforming wound care education and practice. These tools are designed to provide accessible, interactive, and effective training for healthcare professionals, students, and educators across Europe and Ukraine. The project focuses on leveraging technology to enhance learning experiences and improve healthcare outcomes.
Project Partners
Akademia Humanistyczno – Economiczna w Lodzi (POLAND)
The University of Humanities and Economics in Łódź (AHE) is one of Poland’s largest private universities, specializing in innovative teaching methods, including e-learning via the Polish Virtual University. AHE has participated in over 250 international projects, focusing on educational and technological advancements.
ANZIANI E NON SOLO (ITALY)
An Italian social cooperative focused on social innovation, welfare, and inclusion. Since 2004, they have worked on projects related to care relationships, offering training and support to family carers and promoting collaboration among informal and formal carers.
KVK (LITHUANIA)
The third-largest higher education institution in Lithuania, offering practice-oriented programs that prepare students for professional careers. It emphasizes lifelong learning, international cooperation, and participation in global research networks.
Institut Cal·lípolis (SPAIN)
A leading vocational education institution in Tarragona, Spain, offering programs in health, sports, and beauty. With a focus on practical and project-based learning, it prepares students for successful careers and actively engages in Erasmus programs for international collaboration.
EWMA
The European Wound Management Association (EWMA) is a non-profit organization promoting education, research, and standards in wound care across Europe. It connects healthcare professionals and organizes scientific conferences to advance best practices in wound management.
Merzifon ŞDÖ V.T.A.H.S (TURKEY)
Located in Turkey, this vocational and technical high school specializes in providing education in various sectors, including healthcare. The institution actively participates in international projects aimed at enhancing practical skills and curriculum development for vocational students. Their contribution focuses on wound care and health education.
Hautklinik
The University Hospital Erlangen (Universitätsklinikum Erlangen), affiliated with the Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), serves as a major academic and clinical training center in Bavaria, Germany. It addresses a diverse range of student profiles across different age groups, reflecting its commitment to interdisciplinary medical education, research, and healthcare innovation.
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Project Number: 2023-1-PL01-KA220-VET-000157928
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