Veterans & Military Service
Honoring Service. Continuing Leadership.
SkillsUSA Tennessee College/Postsecondary proudly recognizes the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces and continue their leadership journey through education, technical training, and workforce development.
Honoring Those Who Have Served
Leadership, Discipline, Technical Expertise, and Service
Student veterans bring strengths that enrich classrooms, campuses, workplaces, and communities. Their experience often includes leadership under pressure, technical knowledge, teamwork, professionalism, and a deep commitment to service.
Whether transitioning from military service into higher education or continuing professional development, SkillsUSA provides opportunities for veterans to lead, compete, mentor, serve, and connect with industry partners.
Veteran Recognition Program
Recognizing Service Through Continued Leadership
The SkillsUSA Tennessee Veteran Recognition Program honors members who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
Eligible members may receive the official SkillsUSA Tennessee Veteran Leadership Pin, worn on the official red blazer as a symbol of military service, professional identity, and continued leadership.
Veteran Leadership Pin
A Visible Symbol of Service
The Veteran Leadership Pin recognizes SkillsUSA members who have honorably served in the United States military while continuing their leadership journey through Career and Technical Education.
Each pin includes a branch-specific dangle identifying the recipient's military service. The pin is worn on the official red blazer over the left pocket.
Why We Recognize Veterans
Strengths That Continue to Serve
Service Continues
Veterans Strengthen the SkillsUSA Community
Military experience does not end when service concludes. Veterans bring knowledge, perspective, resilience, and leadership that benefit fellow students, advisors, employers, and communities.
Veteran Resources
Support for Well-Being, Education, and Career Success
Crisis & Mental Health
988 Veterans Crisis Line Mission 22 Bob Woodruff Foundation Hidden HeroesEducation & Benefits
Tennessee Department of Veterans Services U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs VA Tennessee Locations Student Veterans of AmericaCareer Resources
RecruitMilitary Military Friendly Employers Veteran-Owned Shops on Amazon Team RubiconContinue Your Leadership Journey
Military Service Is the Beginning of a New Chapter
SkillsUSA Tennessee College/Postsecondary provides opportunities for veterans to compete, lead, mentor, advocate, serve, and continue building career-ready skills.