SkillsUSA is America’s proud champion of the skilled trades. Our mission is to empower students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders and responsible community members.

SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island


SkillsUSA Rhode Island is the state’s largest career and technical student organization with over 3,000 members.

SkillsUSA Rhode Island helps close America’s growing skills gap by preparing students with the technical and employability skills today’s workforce demands.

Business and industry leaders consistently report that new employees need stronger workplace, communication, and problem‑solving abilities–and SkillsUSA Rhode Island students gain those essential tools.

Alongside strong technical training, SkillsUSA Rhode Island provides high‑quality, hands‑on experiences in leadership, teamwork, citizenship, and character development.

We promote high ethical standards, superior work habits, lifelong learning, and pride in the dignity of work, helping students become outstanding individuals and exceptional employees.

Learn More About SkillsUSA


Discover the values, and impact of SkillsUSA by exploring our national organization. Visit SkillsUSA’s “We Are SkillsUSA” page to learn more: skillsusa.org.