Barangay Health Workers' Level of Competence
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Keywords
Barangay health workers, level of competence, quality health care
Abstract
Healthy living in the community is affected by many factors. Vital among these factors, is the presence of the barangay health (BHW) worker who inspires and motivates people to live a healthy lifestyle. With competence, commitment and having relevant tools as BHW can provide quality health care services to their constituents. As such, the study determined the level of competence of BHWs. The descriptivecorrelational method was used with questionnaire as the primary data gathering tool. Quota sampling method was used in determining the respondents. Data analysis included percentage technique, weighted mean, Spearman rank method, Kendall's Coefficient of Concordance and Kruskal-Wallis test. Findings revealed that BHWs are competent. The personal, political and environmental factors affect the level of competence of the BHWs. Continuous attendance to seminars and trainings and the use of the BHW intervention bundle is highly encouraged to enhance their performance.
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