Within the academy, you can work with skills. This allows us to make the results of learning more visible. We distinguish five different levels for each skill. In this article, you will find background information on this.
Why choose five skill levels?
There are various theories about the ideal number of levels for skills. We have chosen five levels, and this is a conscious decision. In our view, five levels provide sufficient differentiation without making things too complicated. The considerations behind this were ease of use, motivation, and recognizability:
Ease of use: Five levels are easy to oversee.
Motivation: A clear progression motivates employees to continue growing.
Recognizability: Enough levels create distinction without causing confusion.
Consistent naming for clarity
The names of the levels have been carefully chosen to ensure consistency and clarity. We avoid commonly used job titles like junior, medior, and senior, instead opting for objective and universal terms. This ensures that everyone speaks the same language and increases the validity of the assessments. This way, you can always reliably measure what you intend, regardless of the skill in question.
Standardized explanations and levels
To maintain the same level of consistency, the descriptions of the levels are universal and not skill-specific. This makes it possible to compare objectively and communicate effectively. The five levels are:
Beginner: You are starting to explore the skill and building a foundation.
Advanced: You have mastered the basics and are working on further development.
Skilled: You are experimenting and critically refining your abilities.
Expert: You automatically apply smart improvements thanks to extensive knowledge.
Master: The skill is fully integrated into your daily actions.