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Social and Emotional Competencies

Social and emotional competencies help children understand themselves and develop a positive sense of themselves in relation to their peers, family and the community

Last updated 21 May 2025

About Social and Emotional Competencies

The NEL Framework identifies five social and emotional competencies which contribute to children’s personal and social well-being.

Competency 1: Develop self-awareness

Self-awareness is one of the 5 social and emotional competencies which contribute to children’s personal and social well-being.

Competency 2: Develop self-management and regulation

Self-management and regulation is one of the 5 social and emotional competencies which contribute to children’s personal and social well-being.

Competency 3: Develop social awareness

Social awareness is one of the 5 social and emotional competencies which contribute to children’s personal and social well-being.

Competency 4: Build relationships with family, friends and significant adults

Relationship management is one of the 5 social and emotional competencies which contribute to children’s personal and social well-being.

Competency 5: Take responsibility for their actions

Responsible decision-making is one of the 5 social and emotional competencies which contribute to children’s personal and social well-being.