Competency Definition & Meaning

competency
noun
  1. the quality of being adequately or well qualified physically and intellectually

"Competency" in song lyrics

See how competency is used in real songs:

  • "problems with cultural competency"
    AOL — AOL
  • "standard of compliance for cultural competency"
    AOL — AOL
  • "new york state standards of health care for cultural competency"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "competency"

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