Here are some useful articles and sample documents related to the development and management of an effective continuing competence program.

Competency Terms and Definitions – this is a list and description of the common terms used in continuing competence programs.

Competency Profile – this is the complete competency profile document for the Naturopathic / Holistic Veterinarians. This is the Acrobat (.pdf) version. This profile is also posted on this site in an electronic, searchable format.

Profile Chart – a profile chart is a graphical "map" of the bands and clusters found in the competency profile for the Naturopathic /Holistic Veterinarians. This document is in Acrobat (.pdf) format.

Self-Assessment Form – this paper version of the self-assessment form was created for the Naturopathic / Holistic Veterinarians. This form is based on the competency profile and is a tool designed to assist the practitioners to assess their competence levels. An on-line, real-time version is available on this site. 

Learning Plan – this is the paper version of the learning plan that Holistic Vets are expected to complete annually based on the results of their competency self assessment. The plan is also used to record completion of the various learning activities. This component is also available as a database form on this CompeTrax site.

Challenges of Continuing Competence – this short article is an excellent summary of the critical factors and issues involved in setting and running an effective continuing competence program. [Click here for Acrobat version of this article.]

Self Assessment of Competencies – self assessment is one of the most common methods for measuring professional competence. This brief article identifies the important components, variables and environmental factors that determine the success or failure of the self-assessment process. [Click here for Acrobat version of this article.]

Continuing Competence Program Applications and Benefits – this article identifies the stakeholders and lists the benefits each group can achieve from a continuing competence program. [Click here for Acrobat version.]

Continuing Competence Reporting – this article lays out a framework for analyses and reporting of results and information related to continuing competence programs. Criteria and key performance indicators (KPI) are proposed to enable regulatory bodies and governments to monitor the on-going competence of various professions. [Click here for Acrobat version of this article.]

Using Competency Data to Manage Health Professions – this is the PowerPoint notes (in Acrobat format) of our presentation at the National Continuing Competency Conference held in Toronto in 2007.