All of this information (and more) is also available on SkillsUSA's National Website http://www.skillsusa.org
What do Students Get for Their Dues?
Dues-paying student members of SkillsUSA automatically receive the following benefits:
Access to career resources and contact with industry
Access to career resources and contact with industry
- Opportunities to compete in the SkillsUSA Championships at the local, state or national levels
- Job contacts and networking opportunities
- A chance to learn and practice professional and leadership skills
- Recognition from peers, teachers and leaders within the community
- All SkillsUSA members receive a subscription to SkillsUSA Champions, the official publication of the organization. This quarterly magazine includes feature stories about outstanding individuals and their achievements, articles about SkillsUSA chapters and the latest information on careers and training. Your instructor should submit online or postmark your roster by Nov. 15, to receive all issues.
- SkillsUSA members have opportunities for more than $1 million annually in scholarships, contests, awards and honors. Review this document for a list of scholarships. Many are tied to the national SkillsUSA Championships. Each state offers its own awards and scholarships through their state conference. You can also visit our Scholarships page for additional opportunities.
Benefits for Teachers
As dues-paying members, SkillsUSA Advisors and Professional Members receive the following benefits and opportunities through the national office. Other benefits and opportunities may be offered by the local chapter and/or state office:
Access to Contest Clothing & Technical Standards, and Previous Years Contest Projects:
Access to Contest Clothing & Technical Standards, and Previous Years Contest Projects:
- Only Professional, Paid Members of SkillsUSA will have access to the current years' Contest Clothing & Technical Standards, electronically, through their account.
- Register at least 15 student members plus one or more professionals by Nov. 15 and you will receive a free item.
- Deadline: Your roster must be postmarked by Nov. 15 to receive these free items!
- All SkillsUSA members receive a subscription to SkillsUSA Champions, the official publication of the organization. Postmark your roster by Nov. 15 to receive all four issues for this school year. Back issues available upon request (limited quantities).
- SkillsUSA members have opportunities for more than $1 million in scholarships, contests, awards and honors. Review the Scholarships page for more information.
- SkillsUSA Professional members are eligible for car discounts (see back of your Professional member card for details).
- All SkillsUSA Professional members are mailed their Membership Cards and a renewal letter separately each fall. Watch your mail for this wallet card, and call our membership office at 800-355-8422 if you do not receive it.