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Do I need to complete a competency exam or a skills checklist?

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Written by Trusted Care Team
Updated over 2 weeks ago

To apply to Matches on Trusted, you must have a completed, updated, and validated Skills Checklist.


You do not need to complete any Competency Exams until you are actively onboarding for an assignment.

πŸ“ What is a Skills Checklist?

A Skills Checklist is an untimed self-assessment of the frequency and proficiency of tasks related to your specialty (for nurses) or your role (for allied health professionals).

  • It is not timed

  • It does not receive a percentage score

  • It is scored on a scale from 0.0 to 4.0

A completed, updated, and validated Skills Checklist is required to:

  • Apply to Matches

  • Remain compliant during onboarding

  • Maintain compliance throughout your assignment

🧠 What is a Competency Exam?

A Competency Exam is a timed, multiple-choice assessment that evaluates your knowledge in your area of practice.

  • It is timed

  • It is scored as a percentage (0–100%)

Competency Exams are only required after you sign a contract and are necessary to:

  • Complete onboarding

  • Stay compliant during your assignment

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