The Core Competencies consist of the knowledge, skills and dispositions necessary for all AACRAO professionals irrespective of their role at their institutions. The Competencies & Proficiencies are designed to be used in a variety of ways, including:
- Crafting professional development plans for individuals or teams
- Self-assessment and benchmarking individual professional development
- Drafting position descriptions and evaluating office functions
The AACRAO Competencies and Proficiencies are a living resource that will continue to evolve parallel to the demands of our professions in a dynamic higher education environment. If you would like to make a suggestion for a future version, contact us at
competencies@aacrao.org.