TYPES OF SKILLS
TYPES OF SKILLS
____________________ - are specific to one or a few jobs. These skills are usually
learned in school or on the job. For example: spot welding,
computer graphics, boxing.
____________________ - are usually associated with one’s personality and attitude.
For example: dependability, sense of humour, enthusiasm.
____________________ - are the opposite of technical skills and can be used in
many different jobs. These skills are learned and used in school, work, and everyday experiences. For example: problem-solving, listening, communication.
|TRANSFERABLE |COURSES AND ACTIVITIES THAT |HOW THESE SKILLS |
|SKILLS LEARNED |BUILD THESE SKILLS |WILL HELP YOU IN |
|AT SCHOOL | |THE WORKPLACE |
|Communication Skills |Language Arts |Prepare presentations |
|Giving class presentations |Languages |Write clear and concise memos, letters, and reports |
|Reading articles and books |Social Studies |Speak well on issues |
|Writing essays, short stories, |Art |Explain your ideas effectively |
|and poetry |Student Council |Ask for help when required |
| |School Newspaper | |
|Teamwork Skills |Social Studies |Be a productive team worker |
|Getting along with your classmates |Science |Accept supervision |
|Working with others on projects |Physical Education |View co-workers as equals |
| |Trades & Technology |Know how to be co-operative and share knowledge |
| |Music | |
| |Student Council Clubs | |
| |Sports Teams | |
| |School Band/Orchestra | |
|Time Management Skills |All courses and activities |Get work done efficiently |
|Doing homework | |Be prepared for meetings |
|Meeting project deadlines | |Meet deadlines |
|Scheduling your day | |Plan schedules and set goals |
|Getting to class on time | | |
|Problem-Solving Skills |Science |Think analytically and clearly about issues |
|Analyzing information |Math |Pinpoint problems |
|Understanding, defining, and solving the |Business |Evaluate situations |
|problem |Social Studies |Identify risks |
|Applying the results |Trades & Technology |Make informed decisions |
| |Student Council |Find productive solutions |
|Organizational Skills |All courses and activities |Keep a neat workplace |
|Taking notes | |Take care of equipment and tools |
|Following written and oral instructions | |Keep track of important details |
|Keeping binders of information | |Handle interruptions well |
|Following a schedule | |Organize activities to meet deadlines |
|Setting priorities and goals | | |
|Learning Skills |All courses and activities |Think critically and act logically |
|Asking questions | |Learn from on-the-job training |
|Reading information | |Upgrade skills as necessary |
|Using the library | |Learn from mistakes |
|Researching information | |Increase knowledge and productivity |
|Joining activities and clubs | | |
|Trying new things | | |
|Meeting new people | | |
|Computer Skills |Math |Be computer literate |
|Learning storyboard, word processing, and |Science |Use technology in the workplace |
|database programs |Business |Adapt to new technologies |
| |Trades & Technology | |
| |Computer Studies | |
|Listening Skills |All courses and activities |Understand what managers and co-workers tell you |
|Attending classes | |Help others with their concerns |
|Going to lectures | |Participate effectively in meetings |
|Taking notes | | |
|Visualizing what you hear | | |
|Comprehending information | | |
|Creativity Skills | |Be an idea person |
|Learning how others have been creative | |Think of new ways to get the job done |
|Using your imagination | |Create a positive work environment |
|Trying new ways to do things | |Increase motivation |
|Looking at issues from a different point of | | |
|view | | |
|Leadership Skills |Science |Lead projects |
|Leading projects |History |Manage projects |
|Being on sports teams |Music |Coach others |
|Volunteering as a peer |Physical Education |Help others reach their goals |
|helper |School Activities | |
No matter where you’ve been or what you’ve done, you’ve learned something.
As you move through life, you accumulate skills and knowledge and experience.
These are called your TRANSFERABLE SKILLS.
Hobbies, sports, and volunteer work also develop skills that may help you find work.
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