What Are Basic Skills?

​What Are Basic Skills?

Basic skills are the skills required for being a competitive job candidate. Plus, they help you with your personal everyday activities such as communicating and decision-making. They are the basis for more advanced skills. Basic skills are learned in:

• Computer Literacy.
• Math.
• Reading.
• Speaking / Listening.
• Writing.

Basic skills also include learning and study skills. These skills are crucial for success in advanced training.

Why Should I Update Them?

There are plenty of good reasons for brushing up on your basic skills. Some of them include:

• To prepare for college and the workforce.
• To prepare for placement testing for training programs.
• To prepare for testing during the interview process.
• To prepare for testing in the workplace. You may have to take such a test to see if you qualify for a promotion.
• To improve reading and math skills. Both are useful for everyday life.
• To help your children with their homework.
• To demonstrate that you are a qualified job candidate.

Where Can I Start?

You can find many resources for basic skills online. Here are a few to get you started:

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  Alison – Computer skills, math, reading, workplace skills, and more.
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  Course Hero – Math, science, and more.
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  GCF Learn Free – Computer skills, math, reading, everyday life skills, and more.
  
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  Khan Academy – Math, science, computer programming, and more.
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  Math.com – Math.
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  ProLiteracy –Math, reading, everyday life skills, and more.
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  Quizlet – Tool to study with friends.
• TypingTest.com – Typing.
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  WebMath – Math.​