Life Skills

Course Overview

This course is designed to equip students with essential skills for independent living and self-care and to inspire personal growth. Through hands-on practical exercises, discussions, and real-life scenarios, students will learn to manage daily responsibilities, build healthy relationships, make informed decisions, and develop problem-solving skills.

The curriculum focuses on financial literacy, emotional and social well-being, personal organization, health, and safety. This course aims to build confidence, foster resilience, and help students become self-sufficient and responsible members of their communities.

You Will Be Able to:

Financial Literacy

• • Understand and manage a personal budget.
  • Recognize the basics of income, expenses, savings, and credit.
  • Practice decision-making skills related to spending and saving.

Personal and Home Organization

• • Develop strategies for organizing personal spaces and belongings.
  • Practice time-management techniques to balance daily responsibilities.
  • Understand the basics of meal planning, grocery shopping, and simple food preparation.

Self-Care and Health

• • Recognize the importance of physical and mental health.
  • Develop routines for personal hygiene, nutrition, exercise, and sleep.
  • Identify strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and other common challenges.

Safety and First Aid

• • Understand basic first aid and emergency response procedures.
  • Identify common household hazards and ways to ensure safety at home and in public spaces.

Effective Communication and Social Skills

• • Develop active listening, empathy, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Practice effective communication strategies for different situations, including friendships, work, and family interactions.

Career Readiness

• • Explore career options, personal strengths, and interests.
  • Build skills for job applications, interviews, and workplace etiquette.

Community Awareness and Responsibility

• • Learn about community resources and how to access them.
  • Understand the responsibilities of being a member of a community, including civic duties and environmental stewardship.

Critical Thinking and Decision-Making

• • Practice problem-solving techniques for real-life situations.
  • Build decision-making skills by evaluating pros and cons and considering short-term and long-term impacts.