Guide to applying the WHO eye care competency framework

Overview

The WHO Eye Care Competency Framework (ECCF) is a tool for workforce planning and development, conveying the expected or aspired performance of the eye care workforce from community to tertiary levels of care. To apply the tool appropriately, first it must be adapted to be suitable to the context.

This accompanying guide to the WHO ECCF provides a step-by-step approach on how users can adapt and use the ECCF in their context. Additionally, it guides users to develop their own competency framework and/or competency-based curricula for their setting. Four case studies are included in the guide to assist users understand the application of the ECCF in different settings.