AFH36-2647 — Competency Modeling

AFH36-2647 governs how competency models are planned, built, and executed in support of the Air Force mission.

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  • Publication number: AFH36-2647
  • Title: COMPETENCY MODELING
  • Date: 2025-07-18

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It defines foundational and occupational competency models and describes their use in talent management, learning, and mission requirements. It also describes digital credentials, competency capture, and skill and knowledge-gap analysis.

Applies to: This publication applies to Air Force military and civilian personnel, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve.

Topics covered

  • Competency models
  • Foundational competencies
  • Occupational competencies
  • Competency gaps
  • Digital credentials
  • Competency capture
  • Skill and knowledge-gap analysis

Questions and answers

What are competency models?

Competency models are an organized collection of competencies describing observable and measurable patterns of KSAO required to perform the mission successfully. (paragraph 1)

How do competency models support mission success?

Competency models provide a framework to effectively assess, maintain, and monitor the competencies required for mission success. (paragraph 1)

How are competency models used in total force development?

Competency models, used within the context of total FD, enable the USAF to maintain or modify its assignment, classification, learning and development, recruitment, retention, and other talent management policies, strategies, operations, tactics, procedures, and techniques to meet mission requirements. (paragraph 1)

How can Airmen use competency models in learning?

Competency models, used within the context of learning, enable Airmen to identify competency gaps and determine the education, training, and experiences needed to meet mission requirements. (paragraph 1)

What does a foundational competency model describe?

A foundational competency model describes a set of accepted and valued competencies applicable to all Airmen (officer, enlisted, and civilian) to achieve success across the widearray of AF missions, roles, functions, and duties. (paragraph 1)

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