title: Development of competency models for assessors and simulators in high-stakes selection processes.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  Selection for entry into UK medical specialty training is a high-stakes, high-volume process. For selection into General Practice, a large number of assessors and simulators are involved in the delivery of the selection centre, which represents the final stage of selection.
  
  
  OBJECTIVE
  In order to standardize and quality-assure assessor and simulator involvement in the process, we developed two competency models outlining the knowledge, skills and attributes associated with each role using a previously validated job analysis methodology.
  
  
  RESULTS
  The final qualitative analysis resulted in two competency models, each encompassing eight competency domains. In general, results from a validation questionnaire demonstrated positive feedback from various regional recruitment leads in the UK (n = 14).
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Both models are currently being used in practice for quality assurance and training purposes. We conclude that the competency models can be used in three ways: (1) recruiting assessors/simulators; (2) in measuring performance of assessors/simulators and highlighting areas for potential development; and (3) they can be used for training assessors/simulators.
authors.affiliation: Work Psychology Group , Derby , UK .
authors.forename: Fiona
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Patterson
authors.forename: Lara
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Zibarras
authors.forename: Maire
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Kerrin
authors.forename: Safiatu
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Lopes
authors.forename: Roger
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Price
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence; D006801:Humans; D007396:Internship and Residency; D008962:Models, Theoretical; D036301:Qualitative Research; D013038:Specialization; D013337:Students, Medical / Q000523:psychology; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D006113:United Kingdom