With an overall goal of continuous learning, what emphasis is placed on competencies in entry-level residence life professional training? Staff in campus housing departments use competency-based training to provide higher levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities especially between the first and third years of entry-level residence life professionals' experiences. This study examines how staff in housing departments incorporate competencies into professional staff training and how training sessions are customized to meet the needs of differing levels of staff. Research highlights the importance of higher education preparation programs that focus on a curricular approach that incorporates competency-based learning in a classroom setting (Waple, 2006). Discussion includes how competency-based training among new professionals can adequately prepare staff to meet student needs.