SkillsUSA Texas teaches the importance of developing leadership skills, positive attitudes and pride in workmanship, by helping students associate schoolwork with real work. SkillsUSA Texas also prepares students for employment by introducing them to corporate quality culture, and emphasizes respect for the dignity of work, high standards in trade ethics, superior workmanship, quality and safety.
The mission of SkillsUSA Texas is to provide opportunities for its members to become successful and productive citizens, employees and leaders, accomplished through a structured program of leadership training activities, communication and business partnerships. To facilitate this mission, SkillsUSA Texas empowers its members by offering several Leadership Development and Skilled events.
Conference and Event fees:
- SkillsUSA Texas District Fall Leadership – $35.00 per person
- SkillsUSA Texas District Leadership and Skills Competition – $55.00
- SkillsUSA Texas Leadership and Skills Competitions – $100.00 per person
- SkillsUSA Texas Summer Leadership Conference – TBD
- SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference – Atlanta, GA – TBD
District Fall Leadership Conferences
SkillsUSA Texas Legislative Day
SkillsUSA Texas Championships

SkillsUSA Texas Summer Leadership Conference
Washington Leadership Training Institute (WLTI)
SkillsUSA offers advanced training for students and advisors that focuses on professionalism, communication and leadership skills. This training is held in Washington, D.C., and allows members the opportunity to share their SkillsUSA and career and technical experiences with elected officials. WLTI activities will include:
- Congressional visits
- Tours of Washington D.C., including monuments
- Laying of a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns
- Visit to the National Leadership Center

National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC)
WorldSkills Conference
The WorldSkills Competition (WSC) is a thrilling showcase of the world’s most talented and skilled young professionals. Held every two years by the WorldSkills organization, the WSC brings together the best and brightest from over 80 countries to compete in a variety of skilled trades. It’s a celebration of the diversity and excellence of skills that drive the global economy, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for competitors to demonstrate their mastery while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in their respective fields.