SkillsUSA PDP Test Review

what does the skillsusa mission mean?

to empower students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders and responsible community members.

the SkillsUSA motto

preparing for leadership in the world of work

the skillsusa values

integrity, respect, responsibility, community, service

what does integrity mean as a SkillsUSA value?

we are consistent and authentic in word and action to each other, our members and the communities we serve

what does respect mean as a skillsusa value?

respect is foundational. Our self-awareness precedes our ability to connect with each other and our members while mutually valuing our unique experiences.

responsibility as a skillsusa value

we are accountable to the whole of our organization, from internal staff to our diverse group of stakeholders. through listening, learning and acting, we engage in our shared commitment to realizing a collective vision.

community as a skillsusa value

we value and belong to a diverse community, we strive to do our best in service through continuous reflection and growth

service as a skillsusa value

skillsUSA acts through the willing service of staff and committed volunteers to empower its members and their communities to reach their highest potential

skillsusa vision

to produce the most highly skilled workforce in the world, providing every member the opportunity for career success

the components of the skillsusa creed

i believe in the dignity of work, I believe in the American way of life, I believe in education, I believe in fair play, i believe satification is achieved by good work, I believe in high moral and spiritual standards

the skillsusa pledge

upon my honor, I pledge to prepare myself by diligent study and ardent practice to become a worker whose services will be recognized as honorable by my employer and fellow workers, to base my expectations of reward upon the solid foundation of service, to honor and respect my vocation in such a way as to bring repute to myself, and further, to spare no effort in upholding the ideals of SkillsUSA.

the four components of skillsusa emblem and their meanings

shield is patriotism, gear is industrial society, torch is knowledge, orbital circles are technology, hands are the individual

the official colors of skillsusa and what they mean

red and white represent individual states and chapters, blue represents the common union of the states and the chapters, gold represents in the individual

skillsusa framework

common language for students to explain to others how they benefit from SkillsUSA. A total of 17 essential elements

components of SkillsUSA framework

personal workplace and technical skills grounded in academics

essential elements

specific skills identified as crucial to success by the more than 1,000 industry partners who helped create the framework

the 17 essential elements

integrity, work ethic, professionalism, responsibility, adaptability/flexibility, self motivation, communication, decision making, teamwork, multicultural sensitivity and awareness, planning organization and management, leadership, computer and technology literacy, job-specific skills, safety and health, service orientation, professional development

integrity as an essential element

doing the right thing in a reliable way, being honest and holding yourself accountable

work ethic

being committed to punctuality, meeting deadlines and following established policies and procedures to get work done

professionalism

behaving in alignment with workplace standards to display a positive image

responsibility

taking ownership of one’s work performance, behavior, and actions

adaptability/flexibility

embracing change and fostering creativity, being resilient

self motivation

exhibiting a passion for life and career

communication

sending and receiving clear messages

decision making

using information and processes to problem solve and make choices

teamwork

working with others to achieve a common goal

multicultural sensitivity and awareness

respecting all people and cultures by fostering appropriate and respectful workplace relationships and interacting

planning, organization and management

designing and implementing processes to complete projects and tasks at established standards of quality

leadership

influencing the hearts, minds, and actions of others

computer and technology literacy

using technology in effective, appropriate, and innovative ways

job-specific skills

identifying, developing, and implementing unique knowledge and skills required by a specific job

safety and health

following workplace health, wellness, financial and safety guidelines

service orientation

meeting the needs of internal and external customers in respectful and effective ways

professional development

engaging intentionally in learning experiences that contribute positively to career path progression

skillsusa framework purpose

to empower students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders, and responsible community members

personal skills

integrity, work ethic, professionalism, responsibility, adaptability/flexibility, self motivation

workplace skills

communication, decision making, teamwork, multicultural sensitivity and awareness, planning organizing and management, leadership

technical skills grounded in academics

computer and technology literacy, job specific skills, safety and health, service orientation, professional development

skillsusa program of work

roadmap for planning and implementing an annual calendar of chapter activities

the 6 categories of PoW

advocacy and marketing, community engagement, financial management, leadership development, partner and alumni engagement, workplace experiences