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Contest Updates

Contest Updates are used for three different things:

1) Provide alterations and/or deviations from the state technical standards.

2) Provide additional important information about contests.

3) Provide reminders and/or emphasize information listed elsewhere.

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Reminder: All contestants will turn in a digital copy of their 1-page resume for scoring purposes. If a contest does not require a resume, requires an additional (hard-copy) of a resume, or requires a more in depth resume / portfolio, it will be listed in the update for that contest.

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Reminder: All contestants will be responsible for taking the Professional Development Test during the provided testing window of March 2-10, 2023 using the testing guidelines provided on the Testing, Resumes, & Forms page. If a contest does not require a contestant to take this test, it will be listed in the update for that contest. A study guide for this test is provided by nationals and is located on the Testing, Resumes, & Forms page. The test is written by nationals.

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Reminder: All contestants will be responsible for taking the Contest Written Test during the provided testing window of March 2-10, 2023 using the testing guidelines provided on the Testing, Resumes, & Forms page. If a contest does not have a written test, it will be listed in the update for that contest. There is no study guide provided for contests unless provided in that contest updates. Otherwise, one should concentrate on the Standards & Competencies listed in the contest technical standards. All tests, with the exception of state only competitions, are written by the national technical chair and/or national committees.

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Reminder: Proper competition clothing is required for all contests. This is a very strict policy for safety and professional reasons. The technical chair, judges, state board member, or selected member of an inspection team may deduct points for clothing violations and may disqualify contestants if it presents a safety hazard. Technical chairs and judges may allow changing of clothing after initial inspection if it is required for the contest.

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If a contest has no updates, it will say "No updates at this time." Some contests will have no updates leading up to the conference, others will have many updates. It is the responsibility of the competitor and advisor to check this page frequently and be aware of any updates listed here and anywhere within the conference page or tabs leading from it. This page is updates as information comes in from the technical chair and committees or other sources. If you leave this page open, you may need to refresh it. As with all pages on our side, it is better viewed in desktop mode.

 

If you have any questions regarding contest updates, please reach out to the state director at jchapman@skillsusasc.org, to any contact listed on a contest update, or to one of our board members known to be involved in that contest.

Action Skills

This competition is only open to students that qualify under ADA. A proper letter, according to the technical standards, should be provided digitally by March 14, 2023 by email to jchapman@skillsusasc.org, or by turning in by the same means as the resume. This letter, if not turned in digitally by the date listed, must be provided as a hard-copy at or prior to contest orientation. Failure to comply may result in disqualification of the contestant.

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  • There is NO contest written test for this competition.

  • Contestants do NOT take the Professional Development test for this competition.

  • A resume is still required to be turned in digitally for this competition.

  • Contestants, if requiring a model, must provide their own. This person must be registered as a model or contestant themselves, this cannot be their advisor. Models must abide by listed clothing requirements and must follow the rules listed in the Technical Standards.

  • This contest was previously open and is still open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students. It is NOT career cluster or program specific.

Additive Manufacturing

This contest will require students to complete an engineering notebook, print and bring objects for assembly and review at the convention center. The instructions for this can be found HERE.​

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Advertising Design

Contest Updates HERE.

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students. However, there are limited spots available for each, based on space available at host site. Spots are provided on a first come, first serve basis. If closer to registration deadlines there is space available, then additional spots may be opened. If the contest is full when one goes to register, contact the state director at jchapman@skillsusasc.org to be placed on a wait list for this contest. 

  • This contest is at an off-site location in Greenville, SC. See the "Location, Dates, & Times" tab for information. 

American Spirit

There will be no public display portion for this competition this year. Teams will bring their notebook to the contest orientation to be turned in. They will then receive the notebook back at their scheduled interview.​

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  • There is NO contest written test for this competition.

  • This contest is open to all three categories of competitors: Middle School, High School, & College / Post-Secondary. It is not career cluster or program specific.

  • All contests, with the exception of Middle School contestants, are required to take the Professional Development Test.

  • Middle School contestants are exempt from all testing and resume requirements for this contest.

  • This contest requires a SkillsUSA notebook or scrapbook.

Architectural Drafting

Competitors should begin setup for their contest from 8:00-8:30 am on the date of the competition. They will then attend the Opening Ceremonies at 8:30 am and return for the beginning of the contest at 9:30 am.​

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Update #1 - Schedule

Update #2 - Equipment

Update #3 - Instruction Info

Update #4 - Memo

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Audio/Radio Production

Contest Update HERE.

 

Prompt(s) will be provided on-site at the orientation meeting. Students will be provided with a USB drive for their project. A time frame will be provided to complete the project. The entire contest will be completed and project turned in by the provided time (all on same day).​

Contestants should follow the equipment list within the technical standards and be prepared to complete the project, using the prompt, on-site at the Greenville Convention Center. Additional instructions regarding requirements and project details will be provided at the orientation meeting.

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair (MLR)

Update HERE (includes dates/times for contest). - NEWLY UPDATED on 03.09.2023​

Adjustment to the FINALS start time on March 17, 2023. That contest will begin at 9:30 am, following the Opening Ceremonies.

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All advisors and competitors are encouraged to visit the exhibitor booths at the Greenville Convention Center in Hall 1 on Friday, March 17th, as many have ties to automotive programs and offer great employment opportunities. This includes, but is not limited to Carolina Ford Dealers, United Rentals, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, PSA - Airlines, and more.

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  • This contest is open to High School only.

  • This contest is at an off-site location in Greenville, SC. See the "Location, Dates, & Times" tab for information. 

Automotive Refinishing Technology

Automotive Advisors may receive updates via email from contest staff. This is a ONE-DAY contest on Friday, March 17, 2023 at the contest location.

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All advisors and competitors are encouraged, if time permits, to visit the exhibitor booths at the Greenville Convention Center in Hall 1 on Friday, March 17th, as many have ties to automotive programs and offer great employment opportunities. This includes, but is not limited to Carolina Ford Dealers, United Rentals, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, PSA - Airlines, and more.

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students. However, there are limited spots available, based on space available at host site. Spots are provided on a first come, first serve basis. If closer to registration deadlines there is space available, then additional spots may be opened. If the contest is full when one goes to register, contact the state director at jchapman@skillsusasc.org to be placed on a wait list for this contest. 

  • This contest is at an off-site location in Greenville, SC. See the "Location, Dates, & Times" tab for information. 

Automotive Service Technology

No updates at this time. Automotive Advisors may receive updates via email as well.

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All advisors and competitors are encouraged to visit the exhibitor booths at the Greenville Convention Center in Hall 1 on Friday, March 17th, as many have ties to automotive programs and offer great employment opportunities. This includes, but is not limited to Carolina Ford Dealers, United Rentals, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, PSA - Airlines, and more.

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  • This contest is open to College / Post-Secondary only.

  • This contest is at an off-site location in Greenville, SC. See the "Location, Dates, & Times" tab for information. 

Baking and Pastry Arts

Student & Advisor Packet can be found HERE.

Equipment List Update (pdf)

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  • This contest is open to both High School students only for this year. It will open to Post-Secondary students in 2024. However, there are limited spots available, based on space available at host site. Spots are provided on a first come, first serve basis. If closer to registration deadlines there is space available, then additional spots may be opened. If the contest is full when one goes to register, contact the state director at jchapman@skillsusasc.org to be placed on a wait list for this contest. 

  • The number of spots available was increased from 8 to 10 for 2023.

  • This contest is at an off-site location in Greenville, SC. See the "Location, Dates, & Times" tab for information. 

Barbering

Updates & Equipment (pdf)​

Additional Equipment --> Each contestant should bring a power strip (multiple outlet strip).

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Building Maintenance

This competition is only open to students that qualify under ADA. A proper letter, according to the technical standards, should be provided digitally by March 14, 2023 by email to jchapman@skillsusasc.org, or by turning in by the same means as the resume. This letter, if not turned in digitally by the date listed, must be provided as a hard-copy at or prior to contest orientation. Failure to comply may result in disqualification of the contestant.

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  • There is NO contest written test for this competition.

  • Contestants do NOT take the Professional Development test for this competition.

  • A resume is still required to be turned in digitally for this competition.

  • This contest was previously open and is still open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students. It is NOT career cluster or program specific.

Cabinetmaking

Equipment List HERE.​

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Career Pathways Showcase

There are 6 categories to enter within the Career Pathways Showcase. The Technical Standards provide a breakdown of each of the 6 categories so that competitors and advisors may find the category that fits their program(s). The top 3 from each category, in each division, will medal. The winner in each category, in each division, will advance to the National Leadership & Skills Conference. The Technical Standards for each category are the same.

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  • There is NO contest written test for this competition.

  • Contestants MUST still complete the Professional Development Test.

  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Carpentry

Equipment List HERE.

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Chapter Business Procedure

No updates at this time.

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Chapter Display
Chapter Display

All displays should be set up in the contest area at a specific time. A space may be made available for early deliveries. Advisors wishing to deliver early should coordinate with the state director. Contestants should be prepared to remove any display at designated times (to be announced). Any failure to do so may result in the display being thrown away / destroyed.

Displays, per the contest Technical Standards should relate to the National Theme located HERE. This is different from the state theme.

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  • There is NO contest written test for this competition.

  • Contestants MUST still complete the Professional Development Test.

  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

CNC 2-Axis Turning Programmer

This contest will occur at the Greenville Convention Center. Haas Simulators will not be used for the state nor the national competitions. The contests will be administered via laptop or desktop computer. Laptops and/or desktop computers will MUST be provided by the competitor at the state level. At the national level, a laptop will be provided. Drop cords will be provided, but contestants may also bring their own.

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Competitor Resource Document

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Users can fill out the form at https://www.mastercam.com/skillsusa/ . Mastercam will send a temporary license to be used for the event. You can also let instructors/competitors know that they can reach out to education@barefootcnc.com if they run into any issues getting licenses for the competition. 

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  • CAM software will be used for this contest. Mastercam and Autodesk software will be provided, free of charge, and must be downloaded prior to the day of the contest. If contestants prefer another type of software, they may use it, but they must provide it themselves.

  • Competitors will be provided a print and a solid model.

  • Phillips Commercial will provide prizes and lunch for CNC contestants.

 

  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

CNC 3-Axis Milling Programmer

This contest will occur at the Greenville Convention Center. Haas Simulators will not be used for the state nor the national competitions. The contests will be administered via laptop or desktop computer. Laptops and/or desktop computers will MUST be provided by the competitor at the state level. At the national level, a laptop will be provided. Drop cords will be provided, but contestants may also bring their own.

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Competitor Resource Document

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Users can fill out the form at https://www.mastercam.com/skillsusa/ . Mastercam will send a temporary license to be used for the event. You can also let instructors/competitors know that they can reach out to education@barefootcnc.com if they run into any issues getting licenses for the competition. 

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  • CAM software will be used for this contest. Mastercam and Autodesk software will be provided, free of charge, and must be downloaded prior to the day of the contest. If contestants prefer another type of software, they may use it, but they must provide it themselves.

  • Competitors will be provided a print and a solid model.

  • Phillips Commercial will provide prizes and lunch for CNC contestants.

 

  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

CNC 5-Axis Milling Programmer

This contest will occur at the Greenville Convention Center. Haas Simulators will not be used for the state nor the national competitions. The contests will be administered via laptop or desktop computer. Laptops and/or desktop computers will MUST be provided by the competitor at the state level. At the national level, a laptop will be provided. Drop cords will be provided, but contestants may also bring their own.

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Competitor Resource Document

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Users can fill out the form at https://www.mastercam.com/skillsusa/ . Mastercam will send a temporary license to be used for the event. You can also let instructors/competitors know that they can reach out to education@barefootcnc.com if they run into any issues getting licenses for the competition. 

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  • CAM software will be used for this contest. Mastercam and Autodesk software will be provided, free of charge, and must be downloaded prior to the day of the contest. If contestants prefer another type of software, they may use it, but they must provide it themselves.

  • Competitors will be provided a print and a solid model.

  • Phillips Commercial will provide prizes and lunch for CNC contestants.

 

  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

CNC Programmer

This contest will occur at the Greenville Convention Center. Haas Simulators will not be used for the state nor the national competitions. The contests will be administered via laptop or desktop computer. Laptops and/or desktop computers will MUST be provided by the competitor at the state level. At the national level, a laptop will be provided. Drop cords will be provided, but contestants may also bring their own.

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Competitor Resource Document

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Users can fill out the form at https://www.mastercam.com/skillsusa/ . Mastercam will send a temporary license to be used for the event. You can also let instructors/competitors know that they can reach out to education@barefootcnc.com if they run into any issues getting licenses for the competition. 

  • CAM software will be used for this contest. Mastercam and Autodesk software will be provided, free of charge, and must be downloaded prior to the day of the contest. If contestants prefer another type of software, they may use it, but they must provide it themselves.

  • Competitors will be provided a print and a solid model.

  • Phillips Commercial will provide prizes and lunch for CNC contestants.

 

  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Collision Damage Appraisal

Automotive Advisors may receive updates via email from contest staff. This is a ONE-DAY contest on Friday, March 17, 2023 at the contest location.

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All advisors and competitors are encouraged, if time permits, to visit the exhibitor booths at the Greenville Convention Center in Hall 1 on Friday, March 17th, as many have ties to automotive programs and offer great employment opportunities. This includes, but is not limited to Carolina Ford Dealers, United Rentals, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, PSA - Airlines, and more.

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students. 

  • The contest location is still being decided, but may be at an off-site location in Greenville, SC. See the "Location, Dates, & Times" tab for information. 

Collision Repair Technology

Automotive Advisors may receive updates via email from contest staff. This is a ONE-DAY contest on Friday, March 17, 2023 at the contest location.

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All advisors and competitors are encouraged, if time permits, to visit the exhibitor booths at the Greenville Convention Center in Hall 1 on Friday, March 17th, as many have ties to automotive programs and offer great employment opportunities. This includes, but is not limited to Carolina Ford Dealers, United Rentals, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, PSA - Airlines, and more.

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

  • This contest is at an off-site location in Greenville, SC. See the "Location, Dates, & Times" tab for information. 

Commercial Roofing

All updates have been provided via other communication directly to the advisor(s) of contestants. ​

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students. However, there are limited spots available, based on space available at host site. Spots are provided on a first come, first serve basis. If closer to registration deadlines there is space available, then additional spots may be opened. If the contest is full when one goes to register, contact the state director at jchapman@skillsusasc.org to be placed on a wait list for this contest.  

Commercial sUAS Drone

Competitors will take the written test for this competition ON-SITE, not through the online testing system. They will still take the PDP test online during the provided testing window. Contest test will be done using the Cross Flight Learning Management System online at the contest site.

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Contestants MUST:

  • Bring a laptop or tablet that can connect to Wi-Fi to take an onsite test. This is one laptop PER competitor, not per team.

  • Flights will occur indoors, however, due to the proximity of the Greenville Convention Center to the Greenville Downtown Airport, competitors will need to make sure they know hot to unlock their drones to fly in that airspace. They will need to receive verification to fly in a controlled airspace. Ensure this ability PRIOR to arrival for contest.

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  • This contest is open to all three categories of competitors: Middle School, High School, & College / Post-Secondary. It is not career cluster or program specific.

  • All contests, with the exception of Middle School contestants, are required to take the Contest Test and the Professional Development Test.

  • Middle School contestants are exempt from all testing and resume requirements for this contest.

Community Action Project

This competition is only open to students that qualify under ADA. A proper letter, according to the technical standards, should be provided digitally by March 14, 2023 by email to jchapman@skillsusasc.org, or by turning in by the same means as the resume. This letter, if not turned in digitally by the date listed, must be provided as a hard-copy at or prior to contest orientation. Failure to comply may result in disqualification of the contestant.

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  • There is NO contest written test for this competition.

  • Contestants do NOT take the Professional Development test for this competition.

  • A resume is still required to be turned in digitally for this competition.

  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students. It is NOT career cluster or program specific.

  • This contest requires a SkillsUSA Notebook.

Community Service

There will be no public display portion for this competition this year. Teams will bring their notebook to the contest orientation to be turned in. They will then receive the notebook back at their scheduled interview.​ They will do their presentation just prior to the interview.

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  • This contest is open to High School and College/Post-Secondary students.

  • There is NO contest written test for this competition.

  • Contestants will MUST complete the Professional Development Test for this competition.

Computer Programming

Competitors may begin setting up their computers on the day of competition at 8:00 am if the room is available.​

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Cosmetology

Update (pdf) - HERE

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Crime Scene Investigation

Teams will go through a series of stations. These may include, but are not limited to: evidence interpretation, evidence collection, evidence packaging, photo logs, narratives, crime scene sketches, processing a crime scene. Teams will need a camera for taking photographs, no phones may be used for this.

 

If a school has more teams competing than CSI Kits/Boxes, they may share a box and have additional materials within the contest area to restock in between scenes, however, technical chairs, judges, or designees may inspect kits prior to use to maintain integrity. Any exchange of kits between teams must be observed by the technical chair, judge, or designee. Any actions that are or may be interpreted as lacking integrity may result in penalty up to disqualification. If a school is utilizing less kits/boxes than teams registered, please notify the state director so that the technical chair may be made aware in advance.

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ADVISORS: There will be an additional meeting following the CSI Orientation for ADVISOR ONLY. This will include both CSI and CJ advisors. It will occur at the contest area and will be led by Donald Lanier from the SC Bar Association. Please be sure you stick around for this portion.

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  • All teammates must take the Contest Test and Professional Development Test.

  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Criminal Justice

Contestants will go through a series of stations. These may include, but are not limited to: Interviews, Narrative Writing, Evidence Collection, Traffic Enforcement, Common Calls for Service, Medical Emergencies, etc. Contest will involve scenario based situations.​

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ADVISORS: There will be an additional meeting following the CJ Orientation for ADVISOR ONLY. This will include both CJ and CSI advisors. It will occur at the contest area and will be led by Donald Lanier from the SC Bar Association. Please be sure you stick around for this portion.

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Criminal Justice Quiz Bowl

Teams may be made up of 3 to 5 contestants. 3 of these contestants must only be registered for this competition. 2 additional contestants may be competing in a separate contest, however, they may only assist in this contest if they are complete with their other contest. All contestants must be enrolled in a program with a career focus on the criminal justice career field. If an advisor has 2 students competing in a separate contest but are being used for this contest as well, they must provide the names of the students to the state director prior to March 14, 2023.

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  • This contest is open to both Middle School and High School students.

  • This is a State Only contest.

  • There is no Contest Test for this competition.

  • High School students must complete the Professional Development Test and turn in resumes.

  • Middle School students are exempt from all testing and resume requirements.

Culinary Arts

Student & Advisor Packet can be found HERE.

Common ingredients list can be found HERE. Ingredients provided at location.

Equipment List Update --> Looking at the State Technical Standards, contestants should bring items 1-16 & 36 as a part of their Knife Kit. Items 17-35 will be provided on site by the host.

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  • This contest is open to both High School students only for this year. It will open to Post-Secondary students in 2024. However, there are limited spots available, based on space available at host site. Spots are provided on a first come, first serve basis. If closer to registration deadlines there is space available, then additional spots may be opened. If the contest is full when one goes to register, contact the state director at jchapman@skillsusasc.org to be placed on a wait list for this contest. 

  • The number of spots available was increased from 8 to 10 for 2023.

  • This contest is at an off-site location in Greenville, SC. See the "Location, Dates, & Times" tab for information. 

Customer Service

A holding room will be set aside for this contest. To maintain integrity of the contest, but also with the understanding of student personal needs, times will be provided at the orientation in which students should report to the holding room. This room will be proctored and will have multiple competitors in the room at a time. It is highly suggested that competitors take care of any personal needs prior to entering and also arrive early.​

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students.

Cyber Security

THIS CONTEST HAS BEEN MOVED TO THE GREENVILLE CONVENTION CENTER!​

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Update can be found HERE.

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students. 

  • This contest is at an off-site location in Greenville, SC. See the "Location, Dates, & Times" tab for information. 

Diesel Equipment Technology

Automotive Advisors may receive updates via email from contest staff. This is a ONE-DAY contest on Friday, March 17, 2023 at the contest location.

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All advisors and competitors are encouraged, if time permits, to visit the exhibitor booths at the Greenville Convention Center in Hall 1 on Friday, March 17th, as many have ties to automotive programs and offer great employment opportunities. This includes, but is not limited to Carolina Ford Dealers, United Rentals, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, PSA - Airlines, and more.

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students. 

  • The contest location is still being decided, but may be at an off-site location in Greenville, SC. See the "Location, Dates, & Times" tab for information. 

Digital Cinema Production

Equipment and Contest Update​

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students. 

Early Childhood Education

No updates at this time.

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  • This contest is open to both High School and College / Post-Secondary students. 

Electrical Construction Wiring