In the modern world, the professional training of graduates is determined not only by their professional competencies (hard skills), but also by their ability to work in a team, think critically, and use modern technologies. This issue was the focus of the thematic pedagogical council “Integration of Soft Skills into Students’ Professional Training,” which was held on January 22, 2026.

The meeting was opened by the College Director, G.B. Mamraeva, who outlined the goals and objectives of the pedagogical council and emphasized the importance of developing students’ personal competencies necessary for successful professional activity.

During the meeting, the following speakers delivered reports

R.M. Ishankulova, Deputy Director for Academic Affairs — “Preparation of Self-Assessment Reports on the College’s Performance by Specialties”;

N.K. Kassymova, Deputy Director for Educational and Industrial Training — “Integration of Soft Skills into the Educational and Industrial Process”;

G.Zh. Zholkenova, Teacher of the Kazakh Language and Literature — “Development of Soft Skills in Classes on Teaching Methodology of the Kazakh Language and Literature”;

G.A. Zhumagulova, Computer Science Teacher — “Development of Soft Skills Using the Capabilities of Artificial Intelligence”.

Following the presentations, the College Psychologist, M.S. Dusmagambetova, conducted a training session entitled “Mindful Communication: How to Speak, Listen, and Reach Agreement.”

Throughout the session, participants actively engaged in group discussions and a reflection segment, which enabled each participant to contribute to the development of the college’s educational strategy.