TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
Transferable skills are abilities you have learned ( skills , processes , techniques , tools , etc .) or developed . They can be useful and needed in the next position you hold . Sometimes these skills are even directly related to the position for which you are applying .
Transferable skills may come from experiences other than employment ( i . e ., class activities , community services , and participation in clubs or associations ). Do not limit your knowledge and skillsets only to those that come from past work experiences . Study the following chart on transferable skills . Complete one for yourself that will help you identify your skill capability levels . When you are finished , you can compare your skills with the skills required in the jobs that interest you . This will enable you to understand how well you qualify for a position . Also , you will know what additional training or experience you need .
How to Identify Transferable Skills
Experience Activity Transferable Skills
Parent School Volunteer
• Managed classroom of 20-25 children
• Provided tutoring on an individual basis
• Helped organize classroom activities and field trips
• Supervised children during lunch and on playground
• Planned school fundraising event raising $ 150,000
» Presentation skills » Ability to provide detailed instructions » Management skills » Event planning
Student Government
Volunteer at Habitat for Humanity Thrift Store
• Served as Marketing and Recruitment Chairperson
• Organized events ( car wash , blood drive , donation drives , etc .)
• Recruited ten new student participants
• Created flyers and handouts
• Received and maintained donations
• Organized showroom and stock
• Operated cash register
• Served as lead volunteer and assisted with staff needs
» Leadership skills » Ability to organize large events with attention to detail » Persuasive recruiting skills » Knowledge of and experience using graphic design programs ( Photoshop , MS Publisher ) and freehand techniques » Creativity
» Accurate inventory control » Attention to detail » Ensured safe and pleasant environment for patrons and co-workers » Trustworthy , responsible , and accurate when handling cash transactions » Supervisory skills and leadership abilities
Fill out the transferrable skills template
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