Why SkillsUSA?
SkillsUSA Tennessee is more than an extracurricular activity. It's a launchpad for students passionate about becoming skilled professionals and career-ready leaders. With a focus on student growth, workforce readiness, and leadership development, SkillsUSA Tennessee empowers students to take their next step with confidence, whether entering postsecondary education or joining the skilled workforce.
6,517
Middle & High School Members
185
Middle & High School Chapters
632
Middle & High School Advisors
Our Educational Conferences
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![A group of SkillsUSA members pose for a photo dressed in their competition uniforms.]()
State Leadership and Skills Conference
SkillsUSA Tennessee’s capstone conference brings together members for competition, leadership development, and recognition. Over 1,900 student members and advisors attended.
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![Two SkillsUSA members stand in the crowd overlooking the 17,000-person Opening Session of the National Leadership and Skills Conference.]()
National Leadership and Skills Conference
This culminating experience connects SkillsUSA members from across the country through competitive events, workshops, and networking. More than 225 Tennessee members participated.
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![A SkillsUSA Tennessee State Officer delivers remarks on-stage while looking out at the audience of a Regional Leadership and Skills Conference.]()
Regional Leadership and Skills Conferences
Held across the state, these conferences serve as the qualifying events for state-level competition. Over 380 student members and advisors participated.
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![Attendees get ready for the Opening Session of the Fall Leadership Conference to begin.]()
Fall Leadership Conferences
Held across the state in the fall semester, these conferences focus on leadership development, career readiness, and peer connection. Nearly 430 members and advisors attended statewide.
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![Chapter Officer Leadership Training attendees pose for the conference photo outside at Camp Widjiwagan.]()
Chapter Officer Leadership Training
This training equips local chapter officers with the tools to lead effectively and build strong, engaged chapters. Nearly 40 student members and advisors participated.
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Career and Technical Education (CTE) Alignment
SkillsUSA Tennessee supports the goals of CTE by reinforcing classroom instruction with experiential learning and career exploration. Our chapters are embedded in CTE programs of study, ensuring students gain relevant, real-world skills and exposure to future opportunities.
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Workforce Pipeline Development
Through industry partnerships, hands-on programming, and exposure to a variety of careers, SkillsUSA Tennessee strengthens the future workforce pipeline in Tennessee. Students build connections with professionals, explore postsecondary options, and gain practical insight into their chosen fields.
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Alumni Success
Many SkillsUSA alumni go on to achieve excellence in postsecondary education and build meaningful careers. From criminal justice and construction to culinary arts and human services, SkillsUSA Tennessee alumni are making a difference in communities across the state and beyond.