ASPHER - Updating Core Competencies In Applied Infectious Disease Epidemiology (UCCAIDE) - ISS-G20 Laboratorium Repository

The aim of this project, carried out by ASPHER for ECDC was to review and update the core competencies in applied infectious disease epidemiology for mid-career applied epidemiologists, based on previous ECDC work in this area. 

A mixed-methods approach was applied to bring together different European partners from the policy, practice and academic sectors. This involved a literature review, as well as a qualitative and quantitative data collection and validation process.The result of this process was the production of a framework, listing 157 competencies grouped into six subject areas:

• Essential methods for applied infectious diseases epidemiology 
• Preparedness, surveillance and response to infectious disease outbreaks 
• Communication and advocacy 
• Practice of infectious disease epidemiology 
• Contextual influences on infectious disease management 
• Leadership and management 

This competency framework can potentially be used for training needs assessments in

• public health institutions
• individual assessments
• writing vacancy notices and professional development planning.

The harmonisation of competencies used in applied epidemiology will facilitate collaboration and the use of a common language among professionals tackling cross-border health threats in Europe.

Download the Core competencies in applied infectious disease epidemiology in Europe Technical Report

Download the UCCAIDE Competency self-assessment tool

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