"HABILIDADES" IN ENGLISH?

ENGLISH FOR "RRHH" - HOW DO YOU SAY "HABILIDADES" IN ENGLISH?
Most Spanish people fall into the trap of translating "habilidades" as "abilities". Although this word is not completely wrong and there are some occasions when it might be the right word to use, I would generally prefer you to use the word "skills".
So, you could say something like: "My English skills are great because have just done an intensive course".
How are you English skills? Getting better I hope!