INDIANAPOLIS – Over 940 Indiana high school and post-secondary students will work against the clock to compete for the Gold in approximately 81 contests held during the SkillsUSA Indiana Championship Competitions, April 15 -16, 2016 in the West Pavilion at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.
Skilled occupation competitions include electronics, computer-aided drafting, business plan development, precision machining, automotive service, medical assisting and culinary arts. The competitions are judged by industry experts, trade associations and labor organizations ensuring industry standards are being observed.
More than 45 Indiana high schools and trade schools and dozens of Indiana employers support SkillsUSA. SkillsUSA is considered a talent pipeline and a vital solution to the demand for a skilled workforce. Instructors, teachers, volunteers and industry professions assist students teaching students necessary trades, from 3D Visualization to welding through, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.
“These students are demonstrating more than just their skills; they are proving that our workforce is prepared to lead the way in every technical area our country needs to maintain a strong global economic presence,” said Kelley Baker. “CTE is learning that works for America, and we are very proud of this talented group of students who are true champions dedicated to excellence in their trades.”
The Indiana Championship Competitions winners will go on to compete in the national SkillsUSA 2016 Championships, in Louisville, Kentucky.
Jobs are available in Indiana and SkillsUSA prepares students with the necessary skills.
Nationally more than 600 corporations, trade associations, businesses and labor unions actively support SkillsUSA. Founded in 1965 and endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education, the association serves more than 300,000 member students and instructors each year in middle schools, high schools and colleges. This diverse talent pipeline covers 130 trades, technical and skilled service occupations, the majority STEM-related.
SkillsUSA programs are integrated into career and technical education through a framework of personal, workplace and technical skills grounded in academics.