Hello Hives,
Education has always been important to me, and I strongly believe that every child should have the opportunity to go to school. But in today’s world, I also believe that having a practical skill can make a big difference. A certificate is valuable, but sometimes it is not enough to guarantee a job after graduation.
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The reality of our society has made this even more clearer. Many young people graduate from universities and spend years searching for employment. Some even have good grades but still struggle because there are not enough jobs available. This is why I believe learning a practical skill alongside education is a wise decision.
I remember what happened during the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020. Schools were closed for months, and students were forced to stay at home. That period opened many parents’ eyes to the importance of having something useful to do apart from academics. Many parents started encouraging their children to learn different skills such as tailoring, hairdressing, catering, photography, graphic design, plumbing, tiling and other trades.
For me, this is something I experienced personally. Before I started school, I had already started learning plumbing. When I eventually entered school, I continued with my education without allowing the skill to affect my academic work. Instead, it gave me another useful experience that I could depend on.
I don't think learning a skill should ever be an excuse for a student to neglect education. Both can work together if there is proper time management. A student can attend classes, study, complete assignments and still use weekends, holidays or free periods to learn a practical skill.
I also don't think learning a skill should necessarily be compulsory for every student. Students have different interests and abilities. However, I believe every student should at least be encouraged to learn one practical skill that matches their interest.
The biggest advantage is that a skill can become a backup plan. While waiting for a job after graduation, someone who knows how to sew, cook, design, take photographs, install tiles or repair plumbing systems can still make money and remain productive.
In my opinion, education gives us knowledge, while practical skills give us another way to apply ourselves and survive. We don't have to choose one over the other. We can have the certificate and the skill.
For me, that combination is much better than depending on a certificate alone.
Thanks for Reading
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