Term | Definition | Conceptual characteristics |
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Behaviour* | Observable conduct towards other people or activities that expresses a competency. Behaviours are durable, trainable and measurable | Observable attribute, often applied in combination, i.e. several behaviours may contribute towards one competency |
Competency* | The observable ability of a person, integrating knowledge, skills, and attitudes in their performance of tasks. Competencies are durable, trainable and, through the expression of behaviours, measurable | Not time limited, i.e. durable through multiple activities Can develop/improve or erode over time |
In-service training | Training that is given to employees during the course of their employment to update their professional knowledge, skills and competence | Â |
Knowledge* | Understanding of, or information about a subject. The informational base of competence and skills | An unobservable attribute of competence inferred through performance or determined through testing |
Midwifery care providers | Providers of midwifery care are competent maternal and newborn health professionals educated, trained and regulated to national and/or international standards. They provide skilled, evidence-based and compassionate care to women, newborns and families. Providers of midwifery care: | Â |
 | Promote and facilitate normal physiological, social and cultural processes throughout the childbearing continuum with a continuity of care philosophy |  |
 | Seek to prevent and manage maternal and newborn complications |  |
 | Consult and refer to other health services where required |  |
 | Respect women’s individual circumstances and views, providing sensitive and dignified care |  |
Pre-service training | A formal learning programme which takes place prior to and as a prequisite for employment in a service setting | Â |
Skill* | A specific cognitive or motor ability that is typically developed through training and practice | Observable (physical) and unobservable (cognitive) attribute, often applied in combination, i.e. several skills may contribute towards one competency and/or activity |