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​Pennsylvania Career Ready Skills

The Pennsylvania Career Ready Skills (PA CRS) are social emotional learning progressions that support the development of student competence. By design, the PA CRS reflect priorities to ensure youth are career ready and prepared to meet the demands of the 21st century workforce. The PA CRS are grouped into three domains.

Self-Awareness and Self-Management
Skills to understand and manage behavior, including the abilities to set goals, recognize feelings, and respond effectively to challenges.

Establishing and Maintaining Relationships
Skills that support healthy relationships, including awareness and respect of diversity, and the abilities to communicate and resolve conflicts effectively.

Social Problem Solving
Skills that support students to understand social norms, make responsible choices, and engage effectively in diverse contexts.