This article is for HR Managers and HR professionals
Definition of Employee Qualification
Employee Qualification refers to the specific skills, education, experience, and personal attributes an individual employee must possess to perform the job and meet the job requirements. It encompasses all the criteria that make an employee capable of performing their duties at the expected level.
Types and Components of Employee Qualification
- Professional Experience: Relevant work history or hands-on experience in similar roles.
- Technical Skills: Role-specific abilities, such as programming or operating machinery.
- Education: Required degrees, diplomas, or certifications related to the job.
- Soft Skills: Interpersonal abilities, such as communication or teamwork.
- Certifications and Licenses: Specific credentials required for the job, like a CPA for accountants or a nursing license for healthcare professionals.
- Personal Attributes and Traits: Characteristics like problem-solving ability, attention to detail, or leadership.
Examples of Employee Qualifications
- Driver's license
- 6 years of experience in accounting
- Welding operator certification
- Crane operator certification
- IPMA certificate
How to Set Employee Qualifications in Aptien HR
- The requirements for an employee’s qualifications are outlined in the job position description.
- Employees must meet these requirements to work in the specified position.
- If they do not meet the qualifications, they cannot hold the position or must develop the necessary skills and qualifications.
- The difference between the required qualifications and the employee’s current qualifications is known as the skills gap.
The employee’s qualification level is recorded in their personnel file.