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Transferable Skills

Also known as: Portable Skills, Cross-Functional Skills

Abilities and competencies that can be applied across different jobs, industries, and contexts rather than being specific to a single role. In vocational rehabilitation and disability employment contexts, transferable skills training focuses on capabilities like organization, attention to detail, following instructions, money handling, and social communication that increase employability across many positions. This approach is particularly valuable for people with disabilities because it maximizes the return on training investment by preparing individuals for multiple potential job placements rather than a single specific role.

Category: employment · vocational rehabilitation · training

Related: Vocational Rehabilitation · Supported Employment · Job Coaching

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