From the course: How to Start Your STEM Career
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My STEM skills and competencies
From the course: How to Start Your STEM Career
My STEM skills and competencies
- In the world of STEM, your skills and competencies are the building blocks of your professional identity. These terms are often used interchangeably, but it's essential to distinguish between them. Let me explain. Skills are specific, practical abilities that you develop through training, education, or hands-on experience. For example, programming in a particular language, using a laboratory instrument, or operating complex software are all skills. They are tangible and can often be measured or tested. Competencies, on the other hand, are broader. They encompass not only the technical skills, but also the knowledge, behaviors, and abilities required to perform in a particular role or field. Competencies include problem solving, critical thinking, communication, adaptability, and others that allow you to apply your skills in various situations. There are more about your overall capacity to excel in your chosen STEM field. So here's a framework to help you identify and articulate your…
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