Employability Skills
The Employability Skills Framework was compiled by the Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE) at the U.S. Department of Education to outline the personal and interpersonal skills necessary for success in all sectors of the labor market. It focuses on leveraging and connecting the efforts of policymakers, educators, and employers to prepare young people and adults for successful careers.
Breakdown by Domain
Domain Key
Cognitive
Emotion
Social
Values
Perspectives
Identity
- Cognitive 36%
- Emotion 2%
- Social 45%
- Values 16%
- Perspectives 2%
Key Features
Context & Culture
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Developmental Perspective
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Associated Outcomes
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Available Resources
Support Materials
- Interactive online framework
- Informational videos and handouts
- Printable skill checklist
Programs & Strategies
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Measurement Tools
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Key Publications
- OCTAE website: https://cte.ed.gov/