The set of skills in both occupations is similar, but the patient is different. However, it is important to remember that some jobs use the same or similar skills, but because of the client, or the environment or industry, the job requirements may be different. The following is a list of some job-specific skills. As we enter the 21st century, the workplace will be more dependent on technology. Not only must people in the workforce know how to read, write and do math, they must also be able to use computers.
Transferable Skills are skills that are useful in many job situations.
Employers often ask for good communication skills. This includes the adaptive skills of reading and writing, as well as the transferable skills of public speaking, training, writing reports, etc.