scholarly journals A Six-Step Model for Developing Competency Frameworks in the Healthcare Professions

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alan Batt ◽  
Brett Williams ◽  
Jessica Rich ◽  
Walter Tavares
Keyword(s):  
Professional Practice ◽  
Real World ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Competency Framework ◽  
Methodological Choices ◽  
Step Model ◽  
Competency Frameworks ◽  
Development Processes ◽  
Healthcare Professions ◽  
Framework Development

Competency frameworks are developed for a variety of purposes, including describing professional practice and informing education and assessment frameworks. Despite the volume of competency frameworks developed in the healthcare professions, guidance remains unclear and is inconsistently adhered to (perhaps in part due to a lack of organizing frameworks), there is variability in methodological choices, inconsistently reported outputs, and a lack of evaluation of frameworks. As such, we proposed the need for improved guidance. In this paper, we outline a six-step model for developing competency frameworks that is designed to address some of these shortcomings. The six-steps comprise [1] identifying purpose, intended uses, scope, and stakeholders; [2] theoretically informed ways of identifying the contexts of complex, “real-world” professional practice, which includes [3] aligned methods and means by which practice can be explored; [4] the identification and specification of competencies required for professional practice, [5] how to report the process and outputs of identifying such competencies, and [6] built-in strategies to continuously evaluate, update and maintain competency framework development processes and outputs. The model synthesizes and organizes existing guidance and literature, and furthers this existing guidance by highlighting the need for a theoretically-informed approach to describing and exploring practice that is appropriate, as well as offering guidance for developers on reporting the development process and outputs, and planning for the ongoing maintenance of frameworks.

scholarly journals A Six-Step Model for Developing Competency Frameworks in the Healthcare Professions

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alan Batt ◽  
Brett Williams ◽  
Jessica Rich ◽  
Walter Tavares
Keyword(s):  
Professional Practice ◽  
Real World ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Competency Framework ◽  
Methodological Choices ◽  
Step Model ◽  
Competency Frameworks ◽  
Development Processes ◽  
Healthcare Professions ◽  
Framework Development

Competency frameworks are developed for a variety of purposes, including describing professional practice and informing education and assessment frameworks. Despite the volume of competency frameworks developed in the healthcare professions, guidance remains unclear and is inconsistently adhered to (perhaps in part due to a lack of organising frameworks), there is variability in methodological choices, inconsistently reported outputs, and a lack of evaluation of frameworks. As such, we proposed the need for improved guidance. In this paper we outline a six-step model for developing competency framework that is designed to address some of these shortcomings. The six-steps comprise [1] identifying purpose, intended uses, scope, and stakeholders; [2] theoretically informed ways of identifying the contexts of complex, ‘real-world’ professional practice, which includes [3] aligned methods and means by which practice can be explored; [4] the identification and specification of competencies required for professional practice, [5] how to report the process and outputs of identifying such competencies, and [6] built-in strategies to continuously evaluate, update and maintain competency framework development processes and outputs. The model synthesizes and organizes existing guidance and literature, and furthers this existing guidance by highlighting the need for a theoretically-informed approach to describing and exploring practice that is appropriate, as well as offering guidance for developers on reporting the development process and outputs, and planning for the ongoing maintenance of frameworks.

scholarly journals A Six-Step Model for Developing Competency Frameworks in the Healthcare Professions

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alan Batt ◽  
Brett Williams ◽  
Jessica Rich ◽  
Walter Tavares
Keyword(s):  
Professional Practice ◽  
Real World ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Competency Framework ◽  
Methodological Choices ◽  
Step Model ◽  
Competency Frameworks ◽  
Development Processes ◽  
Healthcare Professions ◽  
Framework Development

Competency frameworks are developed for a variety of purposes, including describing professional practice and informing education and assessment frameworks. Despite the volume of competency frameworks developed in the healthcare professions, guidance remains unclear and is inconsistently adhered to (perhaps in part due to a lack of organising frameworks), there is variability in methodological choices, inconsistently reported outputs, and a lack of evaluation of frameworks. As such, we proposed the need for improved guidance. In this paper we outline a six-step model for developing competency framework that is designed to address some of these shortcomings. The six-steps comprise [1] identifying purpose, intended uses, scope, and stakeholders; [2] theoretically informed ways of identifying the contexts of complex, ‘real-world’ professional practice, which includes [3] aligned methods and means by which practice can be explored; [4] the identification and specification of competencies required for professional practice, [5] how to report the process and outputs of identifying such competencies, and [6] built-in strategies to continuously evaluate, update and maintain competency framework development processes and outputs. The model synthesizes and organizes existing guidance and literature, and furthers this existing guidance by highlighting the need for a theoretically-informed approach to describing and exploring practice that is appropriate, as well as offering guidance for developers on reporting the development process and outputs, and planning for the ongoing maintenance of frameworks.

scholarly journals The development of competency frameworks in healthcare professions: a scoping review

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alan M. Batt ◽  
Walter Tavares ◽  
Brett Williams
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Significant Degree ◽  
Competency Framework ◽  
Competency Frameworks ◽  
Healthcare Profession ◽  
Study Characteristics ◽  
Healthcare Professions ◽  
Framework Development

BackgroundCompetency frameworks serve various roles including outlining characteristics of a competent workforce, facilitating mobility, and analysing or assessing expertise. Given these roles and their relevance in the health professions, we sought to understand the methods and strategies used in the development of existing competency frameworks.MethodsWe applied the Arksey and O’Malley framework to undertake this scoping review. We searched six electronic databases (MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsycINFO, EMBASE, Scopus, and ERIC) and three grey literature sources (greylit.org, Trove and Google Scholar) using keywords related to competency frameworks. We screened studies for inclusion by title and abstract, and we included studies of any type that described the development of a competency framework in a healthcare profession. Two reviewers independently extracted data including study characteristics. Data synthesis was both quantitative and qualitative.ResultsAmong 5,710 citations, we selected 190 for analysis. The majority of studies were conducted in medicine and nursing professions. Literature reviews and group techniques were conducted in 116 studies each (61%), and 85 (45%) outlined some form of stakeholder deliberation. We observed a significant degree of diversity in methodological strategies, inconsistent adherence to existing guidance on the selection of methods, who was involved, and based on the variation we observed in timeframes, combination, function, application and reporting of methods and strategies, there is no apparent gold standard or standardised approach to competency framework development.ConclusionsWe observed significant variation within the conduct and reporting of the competency framework development process. While some variation can be expected given the differences across and within professions, our results suggest there is some difficulty in determining whether methods were fit-for-purpose, and therefore in making determinations regarding the appropriateness of the development process. This uncertainty may unwillingly create and legitimise uncertain or artificial outcomes. There is a need for improved guidance in the process for developing and reporting competency frameworks.

scholarly journals Six steps in the right direction: guiding the development of competency frameworks in healthcare professions.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alan Batt ◽  
Brett Williams ◽  
Madison Brydges ◽  
Matthew Leyenaar ◽  
Walter Tavares
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Systems Thinking ◽  
Competency Framework ◽  
Step Model ◽  
Competency Frameworks ◽  
Healthcare Professions ◽  
The Right ◽  
Framework Development ◽  
Selection Of

The development of competency frameworks in healthcare professions is characterised by potentially inadequate descriptions of practice, variable developmental approaches, and inconsistent reporting and evaluating of outcomes. This may be in part due to limited existing guidance, which neglects broader contexts, lacks organising frameworks, and fails to provide guidance on selection of methods. To address such concerns, this paper first outlines a ‘systems thinking’ conceptual framework by which to conceptualise and describe clinical practice when developing competency frameworks. This is achieved through combining Ecological Systems Theory and complexity thinking to identify, and explore the contexts and components of clinical practice. The ‘systems thinking’ conceptual framework is then integrated into a six-step model for developing competency frameworks that synthesises and organises existing advice. The six steps include (1) identify practicalities (e.g. purpose, scope, detail, timeline), (2) identify influencing contexts and factors using ‘systems thinking’, (3) use aligned mixed-methods, (4) translate data into competency frameworks, (5) report processes and outcomes, and (6) plan to evaluate, update and maintain the competency framework. The model provides a logical organising structure of principles to guide assumptions and commitments when developing competency frameworks. Additionally, the model affords the flexibility required when exploring professional practice across varying contexts, and suggests employing mixed methodological approaches that are aligned with purpose and scope. The model acknowledges changing and complex contexts, considers existing guidance, and adds a unique and complementary means to conceptualise and improve the competency framework development process.

scholarly journals Development and Validation of a New Competency Framework for Athletic Therapy in Canada

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 71-86
Author(s):  
Mark R. Lafave ◽  
Jeffrey M. Owen ◽  
Breda Eubank ◽  
Richard DeMont
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Phase 1 ◽  
Competency Framework ◽  
Professional Organizations ◽  
Common Language ◽  
Phase 2 ◽  
Phase 3 ◽  
Competency Frameworks ◽  
Athletic Therapy ◽  
Framework Development

Context Competency-based education (CBE) is entrenched in educating health professionals in Canada. CBE is a framework that identifies desired performance characteristics in training competent, entry-level health professionals. Objective To update, develop, and validate a new Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA) framework for athletic therapy education. Design Framework development occurred in 4 phases and was developed through a multistage process that involved a scoping review (phase 1) and consensus methodology (ie, a blending of modified Ebel and modified Delphi consensus methods; phases 2–4). Patients or Other Participants Phase 2: a total of 7 experts (program directors) from each Canadian accredited institution. Phase 3: a total of 14 experts (1 program director and educational expert from each accredited institution). Phase 4: a total of 7 experts (program directors) and 246 certified members of the CATA. Main Outcome Measure(s) Each phase consisted of a systematic process with 80% consensus agreement set a priori. In phase 1, a scoping review was conducted to identify common terminology that could be used to guide the framework development process and to identify competency frameworks used by other health professional organizations. Phase 2 consisted of adopting a common language that would serve to keep the expert group on the task at hand and avoid confusion. In phase 3, frameworks used by other health professional organizations were evaluated and used to determine the validity of the old CATA framework. In phase 4, the old CATA framework was updated and a new framework was developed and validated. Results In phase 1, the result of the scoping review yielded 368 papers, of which 5 were used to propose a common language for phase 2 and 9 highlighted competency frameworks used by other health professions for comparison in phase 3. In phase 3, the expert group voted unanimously to adopt and adapt the CanMEDS framework (ie, roles). In phase 4, the new CATA competency framework was validated, and most competencies achieved consensus. Competencies that did not achieve consensus in the first round of voting underwent face-to-face discussions via videoconferencing. After discussions, the remaining competencies were revised, and all newly worded competencies achieved consensus. Conclusions The resultant framework was validated, and most competencies achieved consensus. The new athletic therapy competency framework outlines the 165 competencies resulting from this methodical process and will hopefully facilitate interdisciplinary communication and practice.

scholarly journals Investigation of a Process to Eco-Design LED Lighting Products

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (8) ◽  
pp. 4512
Author(s):  
Jose L. Casamayor ◽  
Daizhong Su
Keyword(s):  
Real World ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Design And Development ◽  
Specific Product ◽  
Led Lighting ◽  
Product Categories ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Development Processes

To date, many studies have been carried out to develop new approaches and methods to eco-design products. However, these have not been implemented and adopted by industry as much as they should. A better understanding of real-world industrial eco-design and development processes, and the eco-design tools applied during these, could inform the development of more effective and applicable eco-design methods and tools, for generic as well as for specific product categories (e.g., LED lighting products). This paper addresses this issue by describing and examining a real-world process followed to design and develop a LED lighting product by a lighting manufacturer, via case study research. The case study involved direct participatory observation to gather the data and provided new insights about the stages of the design and development process, as well as the tools applied, which were examined and discussed to inform the improvement of existing methods and tools, or the development of better new methods and tools.

scholarly journals Stakeholder Engagement in Competency Framework Development in Health Professions: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Breanna Lepre ◽  
Claire Palermo ◽  
Kylie J. Mansfield ◽  
Eleanor J. Beck
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Professional Education ◽  
Total Yield ◽  
Health Professions ◽  
Review Literature ◽  
Competency Framework ◽  
Competency Development ◽  
Key Stakeholders ◽  
Competency Frameworks ◽  
Framework Development

Competency framework development in health professions has downstream implications for all relevant stakeholders, from the professionals themselves, to organisations, and most importantly end users of services. However, there is little guidance related to what stakeholders might be involved in the competency development process, and when. This review aimed to systematically review literature related to competency framework development methodology in health, to identify the breadth and purpose of key stakeholders commonly involved in the process. Studies were identified using five electronic databases (MEDLINE, PubMed, CINAHL, EMBASE, and ERIC) and a search of websites of organisations involved in curriculum or regulation using keywords related to competency frameworks. The total yield from all databases was 10,625 results, with 73 articles included in the final review. Most articles were from Australia (30%) and were conducted in the nursing (34%) profession. Unsurprisingly, practitioners (86%) and academics (75%) were typically engaged as stakeholders in competency framework development. While many competency frameworks were described as patient-focused, only 14 (19%) studies elected to include service users as stakeholders. Similarly, despite the multi-disciplinary focus described in some frameworks, only nine (12%) studies involved practitioners from other professions. Limiting the conceptualisation of competence to that determined by members of the profession itself may not provide the depth of insight required to capture the complexity of healthcare and address the needs of important stakeholder groups. Future methodology should attempt to engage a variety of relevant stakeholders such as external health professions and the community to match professional education to health service demands.Systematic Review Registration:https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/display_record.php?RecordID=128350

Taqwā-based Competency Framework: A Maqāsid Option

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mona Kassim
Keyword(s):  
Work Productivity ◽  
Talent Management ◽  
International Perspective ◽  
Competency Framework ◽  
Competency Development ◽  
Brunei Darussalam ◽  
Competency Frameworks ◽  
Development Processes ◽  
The Government ◽  
Critical Competencies

This paper is written from a practitioner’s perspective, and presents an Islamic competency framework that can be used to develop a pool of talented and pious workforce to support the Maqāṣid of the Sharī’ah, applicable in multiple sectors and industries. Much has been covered on the importance of using competency frameworks as a human resource management guide, especially in strategic talent management and competency development processes in organisations. They represent the critical competencies and behavioural attributes that are required for the particular job and are useful in the selection and recruitment, development and retention of a talented workforce that will drive through organisational success. The Civil Service of the Government of Negara Brunei Darussalam have also adopted this approach using their own specific frameworks that contain Islamic-based competencies and values. However, it is debatable if these models, which are heavily influenced by Western conceptualisations, are appropriate for its holistic application in Brunei Darussalam, as it does not specify ‘piety’ as a critical competency that all employees must have within the Islamic organisation. This paper reviews various competency frameworks from an Islamic and international perspective, and synthesise it into a working framework, called the taqwa-based competency framework, to highlight the importance of ‘piety’ for work productivity. This framework would be more suitable to develop a pious Muslim workforce and population to support Brunei’s transformation to become a Zikir Nation.

A model of the analysis of the dynamics and structure of socio-economic development (an example of the set of the largest Polish cities in the years 1998–2015)

2019 ◽  
Vol 63 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-37
Author(s):  
Lidia Mierzejewska ◽  
Jerzy Parysek
Keyword(s):  
Principal Component Analysis ◽  
Economic Development ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
The State ◽  
Geographical Research ◽  
Development Policies ◽  
Socio Economic Development ◽  
Development Processes ◽  
State Of Affairs

Abstract The complexity of the reality studied by geographical research requires applying such methods which allow describing the state of affairs and ongoing changes in the best possible way. This study aims to present a model of research on selected aspects of the dynamics and structure of socio-economic development. The idea was to determine whether we deal with the process of reducing or widening the differences in terms of individual features. The article primarily pursues a methodological goal, and to a lesser extent an empirical one. The methodological objective of the paper was to propose and verify a multi-aspect approach to the study of development processes. The analyses carried out reveal that in terms of the features taken into account in the set of 24 of the largest Polish cities the dominating processes are those increasing differences between cities, which are unfavourable in the context of the adopted development policies aiming at reducing the existing disparities. In relation to the methodological objective, the results of the conducted research confirm the rationale of the application of the measures of dynamics and the feature variance to determine the character (dynamics and structure) of the socio-economic development process of cities. Comparatively less effective, especially for interpretation, is the application of principal component analysis and a multivariate classification, which is mainly the result of differences in the variance of particular features.

scholarly journals Special issue on ‘Program development’

2002 ◽  
Vol 2 (4-5) ◽  
pp. 423-424 ◽  
Author(s):  
MAURICE BRUYNOOGHE ◽  
KUNG-KIU LAU
Keyword(s):  
Software Engineering ◽  
Program Development ◽  
Real World ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Logic Program ◽  
Future Challenge ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Logical Foundations ◽  
The Past ◽  
Specification Synthesis

This special issue marks the tenth anniversary of the LOPSTR workshop. LOPSTR started in 1991 as a workshop on Logic Program Synthesis and Transformation, but later it broadened its scope to logic-based Program Development in general.The motivating force behind LOPSTR has been a belief that declarative paradigms such as logic programming are better suited to program development tasks than traditional non-declarative ones such as the imperative paradigm. Specification, synthesis, transformation or specialisation, analysis, verification and debugging can all be given logical foundations, thus providing a unifying framework for the whole development process.In the past ten years or so, such a theoretical framework has indeed begun to emerge. Even tools have been implemented for analysis, verification and specialisation. However, it is fair to say that so far the focus has largely been on programming-in-the-small. So the future challenge is to apply or extend these techniques to programming-in-the-large, in order to tackle software engineering in the real world.

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