This document discusses different types of competencies and competence assessment. It describes norm referenced and criterion referenced evaluation, which measure performance against others or predefined standards. Competencies include cognitive, motivational, and social skills needed to perform tasks. Competence can be measured objectively through tests or subjectively through self-assessment. Effective competencies require an interaction between individual skills and the environment. Competence assessment should measure real-life performance and not be tied to specific educational programs.