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Q: What is SkillsUSA?
A: SkillsUSA is a national student organization serving students enrolled in career and technical education training programs at our nation’s public high schools and colleges Q: What states participate in SkillsUSA? A: SkillsUSA has approximately 15,000 school chapters in 54 state and territorial associations Q: How does SkillsUSA benefit me? (As a student) A: SkillsUSA benefits students by: --Teaching teamwork and leadership --Reinforcing employability skills --Offering a national contest program --Providing ways to serve the local community --Offering $1 million in scholarships annually --Helping students meet potential employers Q: How does SkillsUSA benefit me? (As an Advisor) A: ANSWER HERE Q: Are there dues associated with SkillsUSA? A: Yes, student dues are… $8 for State (deadline Feb. 15th) and $8 for national (March 1st deadline). Advisor (professional member) dues are Q: How/Where do I pay membership dues? A: ANSWER HERE Q: I'm a new advisor, what do I do? How do I get more information? A: (CLICK HERE) to be re-directed to our Advisor Page. On the Right Side, there is a "ARE YOU A NEW ADVISOR" Section. Look it over and follow the steps. |
Q: When & Where is the State Competition?
A: The State Competition is always held towards the end of March and is held at Salt Lake Community College Taylorsville/Redwood Campus. For full details about this years contest, (CLICK HERE). Q: Where & When is the National Competition? A: The National Contest is held in Louisville, KY in June. For specific dates and details (CLICK HERE). Q: Will a student be able to compete on the State Level if he/she is not a paid member of SkillsUSA by the deadline? A: No, he/she will not be able to compete. Q: Will a student be able to compete on the National Level if he/she is not a paid member of SkillsUSA by the deadline? A: No, he/she will not be able to compete. Q: What if I graduated from the Community College in November and the competitions aren’t until March? A: If you were a registered student anytime in the current academic year, you are eligible to compete Q: Is there a limit to the number of times I can compete? A: Yes. According to State Policy, Post Secondary/College and High School/Secondary students can compete in the same contest for two State Conferences. Q: What contests can I compete in? A: There are over 96 categories that you can compete in. A brief description of the contests can be found by (CLICKING HERE) Q: Who do I contact if I have more questions that aren't answered here? A: E-mail us at customersupport@utahskillsusa.org, and a member of the State Staff will respond ASAP. |