Contest Updates

The SkillsUSA Florida Championships are the premier career and technical competition in the state. Our Career Competitions are based on current industry trends and are designed, facilitated, and judged by industry professionals. The information on this page pertains to SkillsUSA Florida State Championships events and is applicable to regional events only when expressly stated. For information on national contest updates, visit updates.skillsusa.org.

Our competitions are a cooperative effort between SkillsUSA, industry, and educators, with each contest facilitated and supported by business and industry partners. A direct connection to the classroom is the best way we can ensure we are meeting current industry trends and demands, and SkillsUSA Florida is seeking educators in all trade areas to support our competitions through the State Education Team. Any instructor interested in applying to join should download and read the requirements, comp lete the application, and submit a statement of support from the school administration.

For supply lists, contest outlines, uniform requirements, and general contest information, refer to the SkillsUSA Technical Standards (available with Professional Membership at absorb.skillsusa.org). Any additional contest information or changes to the Technical Standards for state-level competitions will be published here. Please check back regularly for updates and information. If no updates are posted below, refer to the official Technical Standards for contest information.

If you need to Add, Drop, or Change a contestant after the registration deadline, please fill out this form and return, or complete the form electronically using this link.

State Conference Resources + Guides

Join us for Advisor Meetings throughout the school year to prepare for programming and events. Find more information in the Chapter Success Guide (available August 1).

Advisor Back to School Meeting: August 26 at 6 PM ET and August 27 at 10 AM ET, Virtual
Advisor Meeting and Planning Session (AMPS): November 10, 10 AM to 3 PM, St. Augustine, FL
SLSC26 Orientation for Advisors: December 9 at 6 PM ET and December 10 at 10 AM ET, Virtual
Championships Orientation for Advisors: February 24 at 6 PM ET and February 25 at 10 AM ET, Virtual
NLSC Delegation Meeting: April 8, 6 PM ET, Virtual, Invitation Only

SLSC26 Conference Guide – Includes all the details related to SLSC26, including tentative agenda, registration information, hotel and venue details, visitor pass information, and more. Use the clickable Table of Contents to easily access the most essential sections!

2026 Competition Schedule – This schedule is tentative and subject to change prior to the conference. Refer to the conference app for the most up to date information while onsite. UPDATED 2.17.26

Drop/Change and Spelling Correction Form – complete this form to make any changes to your conference registration. Contestant substitutes must be registered members of SkillsUSA and meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the Technical Standards.

Contest Guide – 2025-2026 – An overview of our competitive events program, including eligibility, team requirements, attire expectations, contest descriptions, and advancing between levels (regional, state, national)

Official State Competition List and Contest by Cluster – The official list of competitions available at the state level in 2026. Competitions not listed here will not be offered.

State General Regulations – 2025-2026 – Rules and regulations for competition and events, including the Inclusivity Statements and Expectations, and the COVID-19 Health and Safety Expectations.

State Clothing and Attire Exceptions – Standing exceptions for attire at state competitions. This document outlines the exceptions granted to all SkillsUSA competitors at the State Leadership and Skills Conference. Please note, official uniforms are required for all national competitions.

Courtesy Corps Program Guide and Application- 2025-2026 – Courtesy Corps works behind the scenes at state and national events to help ensure a smooth and enjoyable conference experience for all attendees. Read more here.

State Officer Program Guide and Application Information – 2026-2027 – State Officers are elected during the State Leadership and Skills Conference to serve our members for the following school year. Read more here.

Request for Scoring Review for State Competitions – must be submitted within two weeks of the release of state conference scores.

Grievance Policy and Information – filed for rule violations only. See links below for the new procedure.

Contest Feedback Form

State Education Team Application Information and Eligibility

State Education Team Application

State Education Team Administration Support Letter

SLSC Bookkeeper Helpful Info Sheet

State Contest Updates + Supply Lists

If no updated supply list is posted for a competition, refer to the Technical Standards for the official supply list and contest information.

GENERAL UPDATES

Leadership Competition Rubrics – (housed on Google Drive) Rubrics are used by judges to help make judging consistent. They are subject to change and should ONLY be used as a planning and preparation tool. Detailed rubrics of individual competitors are NOT available to contestants or advisors.

Resumes and Preconference Submission – information related to any pre-conference requirements outlined in the Technical Standards

Resume Templates and Resources – (housed on Google Drive) These resources are applicable for both state and national competitions. Remember to bring a hard copy of your resume to the competition at the state level. At the national level, resumes are uploaded in advance.

Online Testing Information – how to prepare for online testing, including proctor information and other requirements

Testing Requirements – Technical assessment requirements for each competition at the state level

NOCTI Proctor Information – to prepare for online exams

NOCTI Proctor Guide – instructions for proctors on the day of testing

Regional Practice Competitions – A compiled database of regional events for some of our most popular contests

Middle School Competitions – Updated List – list of updated competitions available to middle school competitors. Published 10.3.25

Professional Development Exam Study Guide – use this guide to prepare for the test at the state and national competitions.

Construction and Transportation Competitions Update – 1.27.26

CONTEST-SPECIFIC UPDATES

3D Visualization and Animation Update – 1.29.26

Architectural Drafting Update – 1.28.26

Audio Production Update – 1.22.26

Baking and Pastry Arts Update – 1.29.26

Barbering Update – 2.6.26

Cabinetmaking Update – 2.26.26

Career and Technical Educator – Technical Standards – the official competition standards for the Career and Technical Educator competition. This is a new competition for the 2025-2026 school year that will advance to the national competition.

Career and Technical Educator Lesson Plan Portfolio Guide – 1.22.26

NBPTS-Career and Technical Education Standards – 1.22.26 – These standards can be used for the Career and Technical Educator competition to prepare.

Career Pathways Showcase Update – 1.28.26

Carpentry Update – 1.28.26

Chapter Display Update – 2.5.26

CNC Contests – ALL Update – 1.22.26

Community Action Project Update – 1.22.26

Cosmetology Update – 2.6.26

Culinary Arts Update – 1.29.26

Customer Service Update – 2.5.26

Cyber Security Update – 1.27.26

Digital Cinema Update – 1.22.26