농촌지도직공무원의 전문역량 영향요인

Factors Affecting the Professional Competency of Extension Agents in S outh Korea

This study aims to identify factors affecting the professional competency of extension agents in south korea. A survey was conducted targeting extension agents working in 165 extension offices nationwide. A total of 1,406 questionnaires were collected and used for analysis. In order to identify factors affecting the professional competency, multiple linear regression analysis was conducted. The main results of the analysis are as follows. First, in terms of individual characteristics, age and education level were found to have a significant positive effect on the professional competency of extension agents. Second, in terms of training experience, the number of times they participated in competency training and the length of employment were found to have a significant positive effect on the professional competency. Third, In terms of job field, the human resources/planning field and the crop technology field were found to have a significant positve effect on professional competency compared to the life improvement field.