Competencies are activities you need to be able to perform to do your job well. Being competent means you can do those activities to the required standard.
A Competency Framework is a structure that sets out and defines the different competence levels for each individual competency and establishes a clear link with professional performance. It is a standard against which you can measure yourself.
The purpose of our Competency Framework is to:
- Outline the levels of competence expected of our members at different professional grades, so we can conduct an objective assessment of membership and Chartered Ecologist eligibility.
- Help our members identify their current and required levels of competence, plan their continuing professional development (CPD) and progress their careers.
- Promote high standards of professional practice.
- Enable employers to write job profiles based on quantifiable levels of expertise.
- Help us to develop evidence-based careers advice.