Real-World Experiences Build a Better Workforce

SkillsUSA wields a large shovel, but we have a big hole to fill. That hole is in the American economy and it is called the skills gap—the widening gap between the jobs available and the skilled workers ready to fill them. SkillsUSA improves the quality of our nation’s workforce by helping students develop personal, workplace and technical skills grounded in academics. Our mission is to empower our members to become world-class workers, leaders and responsible American citizens. Read the full story on AdvancedManufacturing.org.

Pearson’s Connections Academy Teams Up with SkillsUSA to Boost College and Career Readiness

Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world's lifelong learning company, today announced a strategic partnership between its College and Career Readiness offerings and SkillsUSA, the largest student-led workforce development organization in the U.S. This partnership is designed to give students the skills and certifications they need to succeed in today's job market.

May 20, 2025

SkillsUSA joins forces with TikTok, Skilled Careers Coalition to spark interest in skilled trades

SkillsUSA's new partnership will highlight the growing wave of skilled trade creators on TikTok as it becomes a go-to destination for career exploration.

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