Once you have created a competency scale with a number of values in it and set the proficient value, you may later wish to change these.
To edit a competency scale, follow these steps:
- Go to Quick-access menu > Competencies.
- Scroll to the bottom of the Manage competencies page.
- Find the competency scale you wish to edit.
- Click the cog icon (
) in the Options column. - Make the changes required and click Save changes.

Next steps
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