This training uses the E = mc² formula as a starting point to reflect on the role of soft skills in professional performance. In this approach, E represents the effect or impact achieved, m represents methodology, and c represents attitude. The main idea is that technical knowledge and methodology are necessary, but their impact largely depends on how they are applied through soft skills. The course pays special attention to competences such as cognitive flexibility, intellectual curiosity and critical thinking, understood as key tools to face challenges, make better decisions and improve effectiveness in day-to-day work.  

Soft skills

VET Learners; Mixed audience

Basic Digital Skills

The main objective of this course is to help learners understand and apply key soft skills that improve professional performance in real work contexts.

In specific, by the end of the training, learners will be able to:

• Understand the importance of soft skills as a key element of daily professional performance.

• Recognise the added value of competencies such as cognitive flexibility, intellectual curiosity and critical thinking in real work contexts.

• Identify day-to-day situations in which soft skills can be applied to improve decision-making, collaboration and adaptation to change.

• Develop a practical approach to consciously and consistently integrate these competencies into their professional environment.

• Strengthen a proactive attitude towards new challenges, fostering initiative, continuous learning and improved professional performance.

Participants will acquire knowledge of key soft skills and their role in improving professional effectiveness in contemporary work environments. This will include intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, cognitive flexibility, adaptability, initiative, problem-solving, collaboration and interpersonal communication, as well as their application in day-to-day professional situations.

They will develop skills to analyse situations from different perspectives, question assumptions, adapt to changing circumstances, address challenges proactively, collaborate effectively with others and apply reflective approaches to continuous learning and professional development. Participants will strengthen their confidence in responding to new challenges, contributing to constructive workplace relationships and enhancing their overall professional performance.

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Key competences developed (ESCO-aligned):

• Adapt to change
 • Keep an open mind
 • Think critically
 • Show initiative
 • Address problems and issues
 • Plan and organise work activities
 • Collaborate with others in teams and networks
 • Interact with others effectively

1. Introduction to softskills and professional impact

2. Intellectual Curiosity

3. Critical Thinking

4. Cognitive Flexibility

5. Practical Application and asessment

Intermediate

Online, Self-paced

20 hours (Asynchronous)

Garazi  Catalan Goizalde Santamarina

IMH Campus

Microcredential

WAM - World Alliance for Microcredentials

Non formal/ Not applicable

3

Learners will complete drills throughout each module and a final test at the end of each module. Module 1 includes one “drill“ and one final test, Module 2 includes three “drills” and one final test, and Module 3 includes one “drill” and one final test.

The drills included throughout the modules require a minimum score of 60% to continue.

The Final Test of each module (which is also a “drill”) requires a minimum score of 70% to move on to the next module.

Registrations are open from July 27 to August 15, 2026.

Students are expected to finish the activities until the end of August 30, 2026. A possible extension of this period could be granted by the course coordinator.

English