This accompanying guide to the WHO ECCF provides a step-by-step approach on how users can adapt and use the ECCF in their context. Additionally, it guides users to develop their own competency framework and/or competency-based curricula for their setting. Four case studies are included in the guide to assist users understand the application of the ECCF in different…
WHO Eye care competency framework
The WHO Eye care competency framework (ECCF) is a tool that will provide a set of global comprehensive competencies and activities. This tool will enable planning and development of eye care workforce to be aligned to a recognized standard of competencies and activities and will assist with maintaining an effective eye care workforce in terms of composition, deployment and ongoing availability to meet population needs. The ECCF can be used by education and training institutions, policy-makers and regulation authorities, eye care service providers, and non-governmental organizations.
Details
Publisher Name:
World Health Organization (WHO)
Publisher Website:
https://www.who.int/
Publication Year:
2022
Languages:
English, Chinese, Portuguese
Categories:
Guide, Standard or framework
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