Transferable skills, also known as life skills, are abilities acquired in one area that can be applied across various aspects of life. The development and transfer of these skills form a continuous and essential process, especially during childhood and adolescence, periods marked by significant growth in moral, physical, and psychosocial areas. Children, teenagers, and young adults are particularly vulnerable to Behavioral Health Problems (BHP), which can disrupt their physical, emotional, and social well-being. Risk factors within individual, family, and societal domains, along with stressors and limited protective factors, often heighten susceptibility to these issues.
To safeguard youth, it’s crucial to provide ongoing opportunities for life skill development, fostering adaptive, positive coping strategies. CBT-Kenya’s Skills Transfer Program (STP) equips parents and teens with practical life skills, supporting them in navigating challenges across different life areas. This strengths-based program builds youth resilience and helps them manage adversity and stress effectively. Tailored for young people from puberty through young adulthood, the STP is designed to promote the skills needed for healthy, adaptive responses in a supportive environment.
