One of the best ways to learn is through competition.  We all have a certain competitive spirit that drives us to be better than the person next to us.  SkillsUSA capitalizes on this drive and encourages the development of leadership and career skills through competition.  In California students must be successful at one of the six regional contests and in order to advance to the annual SkillsUSA California State Championships and Leadership Conference.  Gold medal winners at the state level will advance to the National competition held each summer.