Competency definition

Competency means a combination of skills, knowledge and attitude required to perform a task to the prescribed standard.
Competency means the attainment of manual, mechanical or technical skills and knowledge, as specified by an occupational standard and demonstrated by an appropriate written and hands-on proficiency measurement.

Examples of Competency in a sentence

  • Competency The specification of knowledge and skill and the application of that knowledge and skill to the standard of performance required in the workplace.

  • Competency Standard Unit, (or Unit of Competency) Competency standards are made up of a number of Competency Standard Units.

  • Contractor must participate in the implementation of the most recent Cultural Competency Plan for the County and shall adhere to all cultural competency standards and requirements.


More Definitions of Competency

Competency means demonstrated knowledge, skill and ability in the practice of nursing.
Competency means a demonstrated ability in a skill at a specified
Competency means any one of the following:
Competency means a demonstrated ability in a skill at a
Competency means the training competencies developed by the Department following consultation between the Department and the Union providing the appropriate level of training, or part thereof, for the skill required to undertake the work for each classification covered by this Award.
Competency means the attainment of manual or technical skill and knowledge as specified by an occupational standard.
Competency means the application of knowledge and skills in the utilization of critical thinking, effective communication, interventions, and caring behaviors consistent with the nurse's practice role within the context of the public's health, safety, and welfare;