Educational success in vocational training in Quebec: Direct and moderating effects of emotional competence
This study examined the role of emotional competence in the educational success of adult students in vocational training in Quebec. A questionnaire measuring emotional competence, anxiety, depressive symptoms, and educational success was administered to 177 vocational training students during and after their training. Results suggest that basic emotional skills are directly related to student’s educational success. For students with low anxiety and depressive symptoms, high emotional regulation helps achieve educational success, which is not the case for students with more severe symptoms. Prioritization of interventions for at-risk students is discussed.