With Skill Evaluations on LinkedIn Learning, learners can take guided self-evaluations to gauge how confident they feel around various topics and receive personalized course recommendations tailored to their proficiency level.
Here are some frequently asked questions about Skill Evaluations:
The 42 Skill Evaluations include a combination of hard skills (i.e. Excel, Python, etc.) and soft skills (i.e. Communication, etc.).
| Soft skills | Hard skills |
| Communication | JavaScript |
| Time management | Cloud computing |
| Teamwork | Machine learning |
| Adaptability | DevOps |
| Decision-making | Web development |
| Emotional intelligence | SAP |
| Problem solving | Power BI |
| Leadership | Project management |
| Growth mindset | Photoshop |
| Coaching | Excel |
| Creative thinking | Python |
| Conflict management | SQL |
| Persuasion | Finance |
| Critical thinking | Java |
| Interpersonal skills | HTML |
| Initiative | Azure |
| Customer service | Word |
| Attention to detail | Data analytics |
| Management | PowerPoint |
| Innovation | Amazon web services |
| Negotiation | WordPress |
The most in-demand skills are selected based on LinkedIn Learning and LinkedIn data and insights.
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For hard skills, learners are presented with various scenarios and asked if they can answer the question.
For soft skills, learners are presented with various statements and asked if they currently display that behavior.
When a learner completes an evaluation, they'll see a results page that contains their proficiency level (beginner, intermediate, or advanced) for various topics within that skill. Three course recommendations will be provided for each topic, tailored to the learner’s proficiency level.
No. Individual Skill Evaluation results will not be shared with a learner’s organization or their personal LinkedIn network. Skill Evaluations are only meant to guide their learning.
Skill Evaluations are currently only available in English.