43 Life Skills to Know Before College!

There are a ton of practical life skills to know that aren’t often taught anymore. There are students, graduates, and young professionals–and even some adults–who have missed out on learning some basic life skills. (I’m guilty in this too, I don’t know how to sew or change a tire to save my life). Whether by taking a home ec class, watching YouTube tutorials, reading blogs, or asking someone for help, there are quite a few life skills to know before you or your student should learn before heading off to college.

Home Care

Sewing needle with a green spool of thread on a yellow background.

Flickr user Angel N

How to…

  • Sew a button onto something
  • Clean carpets, windows, toilets, countertops, etc.
  • Do laundry
  • Iron clothes

Life Management 

Red MasterCard with dollar bills in the background.

Flickr user 401(k) 2012

How to…

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Transportation

Hand holding a wrench attached to lug nut of the tire .

Flickr user Michael Kappel

How to…

Personal Stuff

Several students laughing while lying on the grassy ground.

Flickr user Sienna College

How to…

Professional Stuff

How to…

Student Stuff

Earbuds, pen, and eyeglass sitting atop college notes.

Flickr user Terry Madeley

How to…

And there you have it! As their name would suggest, life skills will help you for as long as you live, but it’s important to start learning and perfecting these skills as young as possible.

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