Which of the following have been identified as part of the core environmental health competencies? (Select all that apply.)
a. Assurance
b. Assessment
c. Policy development
d. Management
e. Advocacy
f.
Communication
ANS: B, D, F
The National Center for Environmental Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the American Public Health Association have established three core competencies for Environmental Health professionals: (1) assessment, (2) management, and (3) communication. Assurance, policy development, and advocacy are not part of the core environmental health competencies.
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