SkillsUSA jumpSTART is Tennessee's regional kickoff event for the new membership year. Designed for students and advisors, jumpSTART introduces participants to SkillsUSA, chapter operations, leadership development, competitions, and opportunities available throughout the year.
Whether you are brand new to SkillsUSA or returning to strengthen your chapter, jumpSTART provides the tools, resources, and connections needed for a successful year.
What You'll Learn
- How SkillsUSA works at the local, state, and national levels
- How to build a successful local chapter
- Chapter of Excellence Program fundamentals
- Competition opportunities and career pathways
- Leadership development resources
- Officer roles and responsibilities
- Membership benefits and available programs
- How to connect students with workforce opportunities
Who Should Attend?
- New SkillsUSA members
- Returning members
- Chapter officers
- Student leaders
- Advisors
- Prospective advisors
- Administrators interested in SkillsUSA
Regional jumpSTART Events
To make training accessible across Tennessee, jumpSTART is offered in multiple regions. Participants may attend the location most convenient for them.
- West Tennessee
- Middle Tennessee
- East Tennessee
Your SkillsUSA Leadership Journey
jumpSTART is the beginning of a larger leadership pathway. Students and advisors can use this event as a launch point for chapter involvement, leadership training, competitions, and state and national opportunities.
- jumpSTART
- Washington Leadership Training Institute (WLTI)
- Tennessee Leadership Training Institute (TLTI)
- State Officer Opportunities
- State Leadership and Skills Conference (SLSC)
- State Leadership and Skills Conference (SLSC)
- National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC)
Why Attend?
jumpSTART is more than a training session. It is an opportunity to connect with other SkillsUSA members, discover new opportunities, and begin the year with a clear roadmap for success. Participants leave with practical resources, leadership strategies, and a better understanding of how SkillsUSA can support their educational and career goals.
Ready to Get Started?
Registration information, locations, and event details are announced annually. Check the conference calendar and registration pages for the most current information.
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Membership Information
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