Employability skills key terms

Acceptance of criticism

learn form feedback from others

abilities

competence in an activity or occupation because of one's skill, training, or other qualifications

competence

qualified and capable of performing a task

dependability

reliable and prompt; can be counted on

discretion

Using good judgement in what you say or do.

empathy

being able to identify with and understand another person's feelings, situation, and motives

enthusiasm

Positive attitude and enjoy work

honesty

truthfulness

interests

something that concerns, involves, draws the attention of, or arouses the curiosity of a person

patience

Tolerant and understanding; able to deal with frustrations

responsibility

willing to be held accountable for actions

self motivation

Self-initiative; ability to begin or follow through with a task

tact

ability to say or do the kindest thing in a difficult situation

team player

Ability to work well with others; doing your part to provide quality patient care

values

relative worth, merit, or importance; the ideals imparted by society which have an affective regard either positive or negative

Willingess to learn

to be a life-long learner; adaptable

Acculturation

cultural modification of an individual, group, or people by adapting to or borrowing traits from another culture

Cultural assimilation

is the process by which a person or a group's language and/or culture come to resemble those of another group

Ethnicity

classification of people based on national origin and/or culture

Holistic care

care that promotes physical, emotional, social intellectual and spiritual well-being

Prejudices

strong feeling of belief about a person or subject that is formed without reviewing facts or information

Sensitivity

the ability to recognize and appreciate the personal characteristics of others