This document provides an overview of competency-based interview skills. It discusses the objectives of competency-based interviews which are to assess candidates based on their past behaviors and performance rather than hypothetical situations. Competencies are defined as the behaviors needed to perform a job effectively. Competency frameworks outline the key competencies for different roles. Competency-based interviews involve asking candidates to provide examples from their past experience to demonstrate they possess the needed competencies. The document provides tips for candidates on how to prepare for and answer competency-based interview questions effectively.