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. 2023 Jul 10;14:1212031. doi: 10.3389/fphys.2023.1212031

TABLE 1.

Definition of specific and transversal competencies (adapted from Clares, 2009).

1.- Specific competencies Description
1.1 Technical Competency: TO KNOW “A body of specialized knowledge related to a particular occupational field, which permits the expert mastery of the content and tasks inherent in the job”
1.2 Methodological competency: TO KNOW HOW TO DO “Applying knowledge to specific work situations, using the most appropriate procedures, solving problems autonomously and transferring the experience gained to new situations"
2.- Transversal competencies Description
2.1 Participatory competency: TO KNOW HOW TO BE THERE “A set of attitudes and interpersonal skills that allow the person to interact in their work environment and develop their profession”
2.2 Social competency: TO KNOW HOW TO BE “Personal characteristics and attitudes towards oneself, towards others and towards one’s profession, which allow for the optimal performance of professional activities”