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[–] 1 point 2 years ago (2 children)

Eh. If you can replace someone with practically any able bodied person off the street and a week of training, it's not skilled labor.

Can you technically argue that 1 week of training equates to becoming "skilled"? Sure, but it's a dumb line to draw IMO.

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  • I think it fits the dictionary definition. Don’t you?

    skill /skĭl/

    noun

    1. Proficiency, facility, or dexterity that is acquired or developed through training or experience. 

      "painted with great skill."

    2. A developed talent or ability. 

      "improved his writing skills."

    3. An art, trade, or technique, particularly one requiring use of the hands or body. 

      "the skill of glassmaking."

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