Competency and Role Model of Village Public Health Volunteers (VHV) Prototype Khlong luang District, Pathum Thani Province

Abstract

The study on the competency and roles model of Village Health Volunteers: VHV in Klong Luang District, Pathum Thani Province, is an exploratory (survey) study. Its objectives are: (1) to examine the competencies and roles of Village Health Volunteers in Klong Luang District, Pathum Thani Province; and (2) to develop a prototype model of Village Health Volunteer competencies. The population comprises 2,356 VHVs, with a sample size calculated using Taro Yamane’s formula, resulting in 500 respondents, selected via stratified sampling. Data were collected using a 5-point rating scale questionnaire. Reliability was assessed by Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient, equal to 0.97. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics (frequencies and percentages). Findings indicate that VHVs in Klong Luang District, Pathum Thani Province are predominantly female and older adults. Overall competence and roles were at a “high” level across all dimensions, with attitudes-related competence and, particularly, the “liking for work” subdimension showing the highest mean. General health behaviors and the ability to perform duties also remained at a “high” level. From the presented model, the prototype VHV revealed that knowledge and attitudes are fundamental components that directly influence the health behaviors of VHVs, and these factors directly influence the defined roles according to foundational public health standards. Knowledge and attitudes are key mechanisms for sustainably and effectively enhancing the quality of life and health of community residents.