WSIA’s Industrial Insurance University's
Washington Workers’ Compensation Professional
SELF-STUDY DESIGNATION PROGRAM
WWCP Statutory Requirements
2012 Schedule
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Quality Educational Programs that Foster Professionalism
At the request of our members, and to meet the needs of those looking for flexibility in scheduling and cost savings in these difficult economic times, WSIA’s Industrial Insurance University has taken our WWCP Designation Program on-line!
All three courses, Statutory Requirements, Medical Information, and Claims Management are now available in an on-line self-study format. Registrants will have access to all the materials provided in the live classes. Registration will be offered on a quarterly basis (summer quarter will be shorter.) A proctored final exam will be scheduled at a location near each registrant approximately three months following the registration opening date.
Just as with the live WWCP Program, successful completion of all three Self-Study courses earns the registrant the WWCP Designation and Designees will then need to maintain their Designation by completing the required continuing education credits.
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AGENDA for WWCP Statutory Requirements
Chapter #1 - INTRODUCTION TO INDUSTRIAL INSURANCE
Understand the insurance principles of workers’ compensation.
Chapter #2 - SELF-INSURANCE
Understand the benefits and obligations of being self-insured. Be familiar with the process of becoming self-insured. Recognize the difference between being Self-Administered and having a Third-Party Administrator.
Chapter #3 - REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON
Recognize what the Revised Code of Washington is and how a bill becomes law. Be able to identify keys elements of the code and understand how to use it as a tool. Be exposed to RCW interpretation problems and concerns.
Chapter #4 - WASHINGTON ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
Understand the Washington Administrative Code, how it was created, its process of change and its significance.
Chapter #5 - MEDICAL AID RULES & FEE SCHEDULES
Understand the process and significance of the Medical Aid Rules.
Chapter #6 - LABOR & INDUSTRIES’ POLICIES
Understand how policies, provider bulletins and state forms are developed and communicated and the impact they have on stakeholders. Be able to use resources (RCW, WAC and Department policies) with a focus on Department policy interpretation.
Chapter #7 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION PROGRAM
Recognize the elements and significance of an accident prevention program. Grasp the complexity of emergency plans and safety training programs.
Chapter #8 - RETURN-TO-WORK
Understand the different types and benefits of return-to-work programs. Recognize the various factors that impact return-to-work choices.
Chapter #9 - VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
Understand the history of vocational services in Washington, the new changes to the law, and become familiar with WAC 296-19A.
Chapter #10 - THIRD PARTY RECOVERY
Know how to identify and pursue a third-party claim, while applying RCW. 51.24.
Chapter #11 - LABOR & INDUSTRIES’ ORDERS
Be able to identify and understand different Department orders and time frames.
Chapter #12 - COURTS
Understand the different court levels and their processes, from the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals to the Supreme Court. Have knowledge of the process and impact of significant decisions.
FINAL EXAMINATION
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About WWCP Self-Study Courses
The Statutory Requirements course lays the groundwork for more specific issues covered in the subsequent courses. It addresses insurance concepts, RCW, WAC, Medical Aid Rules, L&I Policies, and more. The expectation is that individuals attending WWCP courses will have at least 3 years’ experience in the workers’ compensation field.
Each self-study course will cost $555 ($1,665 to complete all three courses). Students are expected to work independently and at their own pace to complete all coursework prior to the scheduled proctored final examination. Students must attain a passing grade on the final examination to receive their certificate. The curriculum includes chapter text, linked information, chapter review questions, homework assignments, study guides and key questions. An individual must attain a passing grade on the exam for each of the three courses to receive the Washington Workers’ Compensation Professional designation.
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Student Expectations
You are expected to complete all coursework for all 12 chapters independently on your schedule. You must complete the work and be prepared to take the final exam. The final exam will be a proctored exam and you will be notified of the exact date, time and location. In all cases, everyone registered by the registration close date will take the final exam.
There are no requirements to “turn in” any of your work as this is truly a self-study course. The Review, Study Guide and Key Questions provide excellent study materials for the exam. All final exam questions are taken from the chapter text and supplementary information. A passing score of 70% is required on the final exam in order to pass this course. Tests will be graded by the IIU Board of Regents and you will be notified of your score via email following the grading process. Upon successfully passing all three WWCP Courses, Statutory Requirements, Medical Information, and Claims Management, you will earn your WWCP Designation.
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Continuing Education Credits
The Live Statutory Requirements course was awarded two (2) claims processing Continuing Education Credits toward maintaining the state's Approved Certified Claims Administrator certification. We have applied for CEC approval of the Self-Study course and expect a similar award.
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Session topics addressed in the
other WWCP courses
Medical Information
Anatomy/Physiology/Specialties
Radiology
Rehabilitation
Cervical/Thoracic Injuries
Low Back Injuries
Shoulder/Elbow Injuries
Fingers/Hands/Wrists
Knees/Lower Extremities
Conditions of the Feet
Hearing Loss/Chemical Exposure
Pain Management/CRPS/BBP
Psychiatric Conditions |
Claims Management
Effective Communication
Investigations
Forms/Calculations/Time Loss
LEP/SSO/Liens
Hearing Loss
RTW/Light Duty
Voc Rehab
Reserving/3rd Party Recovery
Medical Management
Closure/PPD
Pension/2nd Injury Fund
Protests/Appeals/Reopenings |
2012 Self-Study Schedule
Self-Study Quarter |
Registration Available |
Estimated date of Final Exam |
Winter Quarter
Spring Quarter
Summer Quarter
Fall Quarter |
December 2011 – March 1, 2012
March 2012 – June 1, 2012
June 2012 – August 1, 2012
August 2012 – November 1, 2012 |
Second week in April
Last week of June
Last week of August
Last week of November |
If you would like more information on any of these courses, please contact the WSIA Office at 800-736-7296 or by e-mail to bonnie.prater@wsiassn.org.
