The development of competency-based assessment strategies for the professions

Abstract

This guide, written by researchers from the University of Technology, Sydney, is designed to assist the professions with the development of competency standards. It concentrates on the assessment of performance but not to the exclusion of other forms of assessment. It is intended to be a practical document which will supplement but not replace the many technical works on assessment procedures. It looks at a number of issues associated with competency-based assessment, advises on deciding on a framework for assessment, examines the assessment methods available, discusses selection and evaluation of assessment methods, judging candidates' performance and managing the assessment system.