Domain 3 Foundational - Applied Epidemiology Competencies (AECs)

3.1.1 Identify audience, content, and methods for dissemination of information (e.g., preparation of abstracts, manuscripts, written or oral reports, press releases, dynamic dashboards, maps, social media, blogs, podcasts, websites, television, radio)(Required)

3.1.2 Assist in responding to public queries(Required)

3.2.1 Participate in developing and reviewing risk communication messages about topics affecting the health of a community(Required)

3.3.1 Identify barriers and facilitators to communication with audiences (e.g., cultural, environmental, historical, social, structural, educational, and accessibility factors)(Required)

3.3.2 Identify professional interpersonal, interdisciplinary, transdisciplinary, and multidisciplinary communication skills (e.g., communicating with linguistic and cultural proficiency, negotiating, resolving conflicts, and practicing active listening)(Required)

3.3.3 Identify messaging needs of media or communications experts (e.g., tailoring messaging to the public, providing proactive information, creating accessible quotes and information summaries)(Required)

3.4.1 Identify epidemiologic findings, methodology, and principles messaging for affected individuals, communities, organizations, the public or professional audiences (e.g., using mechanisms tailored to that audience, using age-appropriate materials, using plain language, implementing CLAS Standards, ensuring accessibility for people with disabilities, engaging interpreters and translators, and acknowledging the changing communication ecosystem)(Required)

3.4.2 Describe educational and behavioral techniques and technological tools to promote public health (e.g., through community education, behavior modification, collaborative policy development, issue advocacy, and community mobilization)(Required)

3.4.3 Follow policies that address security, privacy, and legal considerations(Required)

3.4.4 Identify misinformation and disinformation(Required)

3.5.1 Identify cultural, environmental, historical, social, and structural factors impacting the population(Required)

3.5.2 Identify mechanisms for contact and communication with population (e.g., hard of hearing, nonverbal, other primary language of population, and lack of broadband access)(Required)

Hidden

Submission Array

1 – None	I am unaware or have very little knowledge of the skill.
2 – Aware	I am aware but have limited knowledge or ability to apply the skill.
3 – Knowledgeable	I am comfortable with my knowledge or ability to apply the skill.
4 – Proficient	I am very comfortable, considered an expert, and/or could teach this skill to others.
N/A	This sub-competency is not applicable or expected for the position and/or tier being assessed.

3. Communication Skills (Foundational)

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