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The Relevance of Life Skills Training in Tertiary Level: A Conceptual Exploration of Employability and Personal Growth

Dr. Karen Jeyashree S.P. M.A., Ph.D.

Abstract

The dynamic nature of the modern workplace and the increasing complexity of societal roles demand more than technical proficiency or academic brilliance. As students step into the tertiary level of education, they are expected to not only acquire domain-specific knowledge but also to develop a wide array of competencies that amplifies their employability and which in process fosters holistic personal growth. World Health Organization (WHO) defines life skills as abilities for adaptive and positive behaviour. This article explores the relevance of life skills training at the tertiary level, examining its direct implications on employability and its wide impact on student?s personal development.

Keywords: Life skills, adaptive, training, employability

Introduction

Life skills encompass a wide range of cognitive, emotional, and interpersonal abilities including communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, emotional regulation, empathy, and resilience. Dissimilar to hard skills, life skills are not tied to a specific profession but are invariably applicable across disciplines and roles. The universality and adaptability of life skills make the study indispensable in tertiary education. For example, a medical degree holder may excel in his/her diagnostics, but without empathy and communication skills, patient care remains incomplete. Similarly, an engineering student may be technically sound, yet struggle in team projects or client interactions without collaborative and conflict-resolution skills.

Moreover, with the rise in the stress associated with academic and career transitions, life skills serve as a buffer, which promotes self-awareness and emotional well-being. The competencies which are acquired from life skills become the essential tools for managing change, adapting to diverse environments, and sustaining motivation in both personal and professional spheres of life.

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Dr. Karen Jeyashree S.P. M.A., Ph.D.
Assistant Professor Department of Life Skills, Peri Institute of Technology Chennai, India
percis.karen@gmail.com
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