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Core Competencies Without Skill Levels
Analytic/Assessment Skills
image Defines a problem
image Determines appropriate uses and limitations of both quantitative and qualitative data
image Selects and defines variables relevant to defined public health problems
image Identifies relevant and appropriate data and information sources
image Evaluates the integrity and comparability of data and identifies gaps in data sources
image Applies ethical principles to the collection, maintenance, use, and dissemination of data and information
image Partners with communities to attach meaning to collected quantitative and qualitative data
image Makes relevant inferences from quantitative and qualitative data
image Obtains and interprets information regarding risks and benefits to the community
image Applies data collection processes, information technology applications, and computer systems storage/retrieval strategies
image Recognizes how the data illuminates ethical, political, scientific, economic, and overall public health issues
Policy Development/Program Planning Skills
image Collects, summarizes, and interprets information relevant to an issue
image States policy options and writes clear and concise policy statements
image Identifies, interprets, and implements public health laws, regulations, and policies related to specific programs
image Articulates the health, fiscal, administrative, legal, social, and political implications of each policy option
image States the feasibility and expected outcomes of each policy option
image Utilizes current techniques in decision analysis and health planning
image Decides on the appropriate course of action
image Develops a plan to implement policy, including goals, outcome and process objectives, and implementation steps
image Translates policy into organizational plans, structures, and programs
image Prepares and implements emergency response plans
image Develops mechanisms to monitor and evaluate programs for their effectiveness and quality
Communication Skills
image Communicates effectively both in writing and orally, or in other ways
image Solicits input from individuals and organizations
image Advocates for public health programs and resources
image Leads and participates in groups to address specific issues
image Uses the media, advanced technologies, and community networks to communicate information
image Effectively presents accurate demographic, statistical, programmatic, and scientific information for professional and lay audiences
Attitudes
image Listens to others in an unbiased manner, respects points of view of others, and promotes the expression of diverse opinions and perspectives
Cultural Competency Skills
image Utilizes appropriate methods for interacting sensitively, effectively, and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages and lifestyle preferences
image Identifies the role of cultural, social, and behavioral factors in determining the delivery of public health services
image Develops and adapts approaches to problems that take into account cultural differences
Attitudes
image Understands the dynamic forces contributing to cultural diversity
image Understands the importance of a diverse public health workforce
Community Dimensions of Practice Skills
image Establishes and maintains linkages with key stakeholders
image Utilizes leadership, team building, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills to build community partnerships
image Collaborates with community partners to promote the health of the population
image Idenitifies how public and private organizations operate within a community
image Accomplishes effective community engagements
image Identifies community assets and available resources
image Develops, implements, and evaluates a community public health assessment
image Describes the role of government in the delivery of community health services
Basic Public Health Sciences Skills
image Identifies the individual's and organization's responsibilities within the context of the Essential Public Health Services and core functions
image Defines, assesses, and understands the health status of populations, determinants of health and illness, factors contributing to health promotion and disease prevention, and factors influencing the use of health services
image Understands the historical development, structure, and interaction of public health and health care systems
image Identifies and applies basic research methods used in public health
image Applies the basic public health sciences including behavioral and social sciences, biostatistics, epidemiology, environmental public health, and prevention of chronic and infectious diseases and injuries
image Identifies and retrieves current relevant scientific evidence
image Identifies the limitations of research and the importance of observations and interrelationships
Attitudes
image Develops a lifelong commitment to rigorous critical thinking
Financial Planning and Management Skills
image Develops and presents a budget
image Manages programs within budget constraints
image Applies budget processes
image Develops strategies for determining budget priorities
image Monitors program performance
image Prepares proposals for funding from external sources
image Applies basic human relations skills to the management of organizations, motivation of personnel, and resolution of conflicts
image Manages information systems for collection, retrieval, and use of data for decision-making
image Negotiates and develops contracts and other documents for the provision of population-based services
image Conducts cost-effectiveness, cost-benefit, and cost-utility analyses
Leadership and Systems Thinking Skills
image Creates a culture of ethical standards within organizations and communities
image Helps create key values and shared vision and uses these principles to guide action
image Identifies internal and external issues that may impact delivery of essential public health services (i.e., strategic planning)
image Facilitates collaboration with internal and external groups to ensure participation of key stakeholders
image Promotes team and organizational learning
image Contributes to development, implementation, and monitoring of organizational performance standards
image Uses the legal and political system to effect change
image Applies theory of organizational structures to professional practice