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New competencies for applied epidemiologists were developed through a collaborative process involving public health professionals. These Competencies for Applied Epidemiologists (AECs) aim to enhance training and practice in governmental public health agencies.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Competency Development

Background:

  • Existing competency frameworks were adapted to create a foundation for applied epidemiologic practice.
  • A collaborative approach engaged professionals from academic and governmental public health sectors at local, state, and federal levels.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a comprehensive set of competencies for applied epidemiologists in governmental public health agencies.
  • To ensure the developed competencies reflect the input of practicing epidemiologists nationwide.

Main Methods:

  • Adopted the Council on Linkages Between Academia and Public Health Practice's core public health competencies as a foundation.
  • Convened an expert panel over 20 months to draft Competencies for Applied Epidemiologists (AECs).
  • Solicited extensive feedback on draft AECs from practicing epidemiologists, national organizations, and at professional meetings.

Main Results:

  • Developed 149 competency statements across eight public health domains and four tiers of practice.
  • Created sub- and sub-subcompetency statements for enhanced specificity.
  • Incorporated over 800 comments from diverse stakeholders into the final competency statements.

Conclusions:

  • The Competencies for Applied Epidemiologists (AECs) are available to improve training and skill levels for practicing epidemiologists.
  • AECs are valuable resources for educators, employers, and supervisors in public health.
  • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) will evaluate AEC implementation and utility.