Why Join SkillsUSA Washington?
For Students
SkillsUSA Washington provides unmatched opportunities for middle school, high school and college/postsecondary students to build a solid foundation for career and life success. Joining SkillsUSA is one of the best decisions students can make as they explore, develop and build on their education and career pathways.
Middle School Students
Middle school students, joining SkillsUSA Washington will open a world of future career opportunities you never knew existed, and that could ignite a passion for a specific skill you may want to pursue as a career someday. You’ll also begin to develop the leadership skills that will set you up for success in high school and life in general. All the while, you’ll make new friends, experience new things, grow in exciting new ways….and have a ton of fun!
High School Students
High schoolers, when choosing student organizations, none compare to SkillsUSA Washington for personal and professional growth. As a member, you’ll develop technical skills and essential leadership qualities, setting the stage for lifelong success. With opportunities for travel, competitions, scholarships, community service, and a supportive community, SkillsUSA is your springboard to success in college or the workforce.
College/Postsecondary Students
College/postsecondary students, choose SkillsUSA Washington as your go-to student organization whether you’re preparing for your career, advancing in your current path, or exploring new opportunities. As a member, you’ll access advanced skills training, leadership development, industry networking, competitions, internships, and more. Your resume will showcase real-world experience and leadership skills coveted by employers.
Middle School Students
Middle school students, joining SkillsUSA Washington will open a world of future career opportunities you never knew existed, and that could ignite a passion for a specific skill you may want to pursue as a career someday. You’ll also begin to develop the leadership skills that will set you up for success in high school and life in general. All the while, you’ll make new friends, experience new things, grow in exciting new ways….and have a ton of fun!
High School Students
High schoolers, when choosing student organizations, none compare to SkillsUSA Washington for personal and professional growth. As a member, you’ll develop technical skills and essential leadership qualities, setting the stage for lifelong success. With opportunities for travel, competitions, scholarships, community service, and a supportive community, SkillsUSA is your springboard to success in college or the workforce.
College/Postsecondary Students
College/postsecondary students, choose SkillsUSA Washington as your go-to student organization whether you’re preparing for your career, advancing in your current path, or exploring new opportunities. As a member, you’ll access advanced skills training, leadership development, industry networking, competitions, internships, and more. Your resume will showcase real-world experience and leadership skills coveted by employers.
For Teachers/Advisors
Teachers and advisors, you are true heroes, selflessly devoting countless hours to your students’ success. What motivates hundreds of you to join SkillsUSA Washington each year as professional members? It’s simple: SkillsUSA is not just an addition to your workload – we’re your ally. Through SkillsUSA, you enhance your curriculum, partner with industry, access transformative professional development, gain recognition, lead students through competitions, serve your communities, connect classrooms to the real world, and more! Supported every step of the way with curated content and resources, you’ll be part of a nationwide network committed to your ongoing success and that of your students.
For Parents & Guardians
Parents and Guardians, careers in the skilled trades are among the most sought-after, lucrative, and specialized professions today, for two key reasons. Firstly, these skills are vital to the functioning of our nation, as highlighted prominently during the pandemic. Secondly, there’s a significant skills gap across various trades industries, with millions of unfilled positions due to a shortage of qualified graduates. That’s why being a member of SkillsUSA Washington is more important than ever. As America’s champion of the skilled trades, SkillsUSA is bridging this gap by producing graduates who are prepared for the workforce from day one: ready to work, lead, and contribute positively to their schools, communities, workplaces, and our nation.
For Alumni
SkillsUSA has served more than 14 million difference-making members nationwide since our founding in 1965. Are you one of them? Your journey in SkillsUSA Washington doesn’t have to end after graduation. Everyone is welcome to join the SkillsUSA Alumni & Friends Association! Whether you are a graduating senior, a former member, an instructor, a school administrator, a parent or a business and industry partner, there will always be a role for you in SkillsUSA.