Is there any difference between competence and competency?
A definition of 'Competence': "Demonstrating the knowledge, skills, experience, and attributes necessary to carry out a defined function effectively." A definition of 'Competency': "The description of the knowledge, skills, experience and attributes necessary to carry out a defined function effectively." In other words competencies describe what has to be done and how well. Competence is doing the required things to the required standard. Competence in a job therefore means being competent at all aspects of each function (competency) required to be performed within the role. See http://www.customs.govt.nz/about/Careers/Requirements/Preparing+a+Competency+Based+CV+for+Job+Applicants/What+is+the+difference+between+Competencies+and+Competence.htm