PDP Test

Question 1

What is the SkillsUSA framework?

Answer 1

A triangular illustration of how students fulfill the mission of the organization “to empower members to become world-class workers, leaders and responsible American citizens”

Question 2

Purpose of SkillsUSA framework

Answer 2

-Provides a common language for students to articulate what they gain from SkillsUSA participation

-Assesses student skill development along a learning continuum of awareness, demonstration and mastery

-Creates a vision for SkillsUSA programs at the local, state and national levels to ensure quality student-led experiences that builds skills in all members

Question 3

Connection between the Framework and industry

Answer 3

The SkillsUSA framework delivers a skill set demanded by business and industry but lacking in many employees today

Question 4

Components of the Framework

Answer 4

Personal Skills
Workplace Skills
Technical Skills Grounded in Academics

Question 5

Essential elements of the Framework: Personal Skills

Answer 5

Soft skills that help people positively interact with one another

Integrity
Work ethic
Professionalism
Responsibility
Adaptability/Flexibility
Self-Motivation

Question 6

Essential elements of the Framework: Workplace Skills

Answer 6

Skills that help you perform your daily tasks on behalf of the business you work for

Communication
Decision Making
Teamwork
Multicultural sensitivity and awareness
Planning, organizing and management
Leadership

Question 7

Essential elements of the Framework: Technical Skills Grounded in Academics

Answer 7

Sets of abilities or knowledge used to perform practical tasks in the areas of STEM or the arts

Computer and technology literacy
Job-specific skills
Safety and health
Service orientation
Professional development

Question 8

What is the SkillsUSA Program of Work (PoW)?

Answer 8

A six-category illustration with activities that allows students the opportunity to practice and perform the Essential Elements of the SkillsUSA Framework and receive feedback to strengthen their skills
It defines areas of focus for a well-run chapter in the same way a well-run business may be divided into different divisions. Each division has specific responsibilities, but all contribute to the overall success of the business. It also empowers students to become career ready

Question 9

Six categories of the Program of Work

Answer 9

Advocacy and Marketing
Community Engagement
Financial Management
Leadership Development
Partner and Alumni Engagement
Workplace Experiences

Question 10

Advocacy and Marketing

Answer 10

Definition:
Promote SkillsUSA chapter programs and career and technical education programs, public relations initiatives and experiences to build social responsibility

Goals:
Identify characteristics of effective marketing
Promote your organization
Advocate for self and your ideas

Activities that could occur in this category:
Participate in SkillsUSA Week
School board presentation
Recruitment activity
Active social media posts

Question 11

Community Engagement

Answer 11

Definition:
Assess community needs, identify services and employ skills to meet needs that develop long-lasting partnerships

Goals:
Assess and analyze needs
Create a heart of service
Apply technical skills for the benefit of others

Activities that could occur in this category:
Culinary student Teacher Appreciation Breakfast
Automotive Student Oil change for military families
Construction students building an accessibility ramp at a local elementary school
Cosmetology students providing services at residents at a senior center

Question 12

Financial Management

Answer 12

Definition:
Develop personal financial literacy and entrepreneurship skills through relevant work experience, project management and chapter fundraising

Goals:
Work efficiently and effectively within a budget
Effectively manage personal finances
Manage resources efficiently

Activities that could occur in this category:
Host an entrepreneurial fair
Financial management guest speaker
Chapter Fundraiser
Students create personal budgets

Question 13

Leadership Development

Answer 13

Definition:
Establish interpersonal relationships, individual and team development through chapter operations, leadership competitions and individualized growth plans

Goals:
Communicate vision
Inspire others to action to reach a common goal
Equip and empower team members
Develop interpersonal skills

Activities that could occur in this category:
Conduct a Leadership Workshop for all members
Attend a Fall Leadership Conference
Hold a Chapter Officer Retreat

Question 14

Partner and Alumni Engagement

Answer 14

Definition:
Engage former members, parents, advisory committees, administrators, faculty and business and industry partners in SkillsUSA chapter and classroom activities

Goals:
Appreciate the contributions of others
Build a personal and professional network
Recognize and value the expertise of others

Activities that could occur in this category:
Conduct Program Advisory Committee meetings
Partners serve as mentors
Recognize contributions of partners and alumni
Provide business acumen and expertise to the chapters program of work

Question 15

Workplace Experiences

Answer 15

Definition:
Participation in career exploration, planning and work-based learning opportunities including the SkillsUSA Championships

Goals:
Gain relevant work experience
Develop job seeking skills
Understand workplace expectations

Activities that could occur in this category:
Conduct local championships
Industry tour
Resume & Mock Interview Day
Virtual Employer Panel Discussions

Question 16

How are chapter efforts related to the Framework and Program of Work evaluated and acknowledged?

Answer 16

The Chapter Excellence Program (CEP)

Question 17

What is the industry-validated Career Essentials Credential?

Answer 17

Proficiency in the understanding and application of the career-readiness competencies sourced in the Framework Essential Elements

Question 18

What is the SkillsUSA mission?

Answer 18

To empower its members to become world-class workers, leaders and responsible American citizens

Question 19

What is the SkillsUSA motto?

Answer 19

Preparing for leadership in the world of work

Question 20

What are the SkillsUSA values?

Answer 20

Integrity
Respect
Responsibility
Community
Service

Question 21

What is the SkillsUSA vision?

Answer 21

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

Question 22

What is the SkillsUSA creed?

Answer 22

I believe in the dignity of work
I hold that society has advanced to its present culture through the use of the worker’s hands and mind. I will maintain a feeling of humbleness for the knowledge and skills that I receive from professionals, and I will conduct myself with dignity in the work I do.

I believe in the American way of life
I know our culture is the result of freedom of action and opportunities won by the founders of our American republic, and I will uphold their ideals.

I believe in education
I will endeavor to make the best use of knowledge, skills and experience that I will learn in order that I may be a better worker in my chosen occupation and a better citizen in my community. To this end, I will continue my learning now and in the future.

I believe in fair play
I will, through honesty and fair play, respect the rights of others. I will always conduct myself in the manner of the best professionals in my occupation and treat those with whom I work as I would like to be treated.

I believe satisfaction is achieved by good work
I feel that compensation and personal satisfaction received for my work and services will be in proportion to my creative and productive ability.

I believe in high moral and spiritual standards
I will endeavor to conduct myself in such a manner as to set an example for others by living a wholesome life and by fulfilling my responsibilities as a citizen of my community.

Question 23

What is the SkillsUSA pledge?

Answer 23

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.

Question 24

Meaning of the SkillsUSA pledge

Answer 24

Upon my honor, I pledge: This is a very strong statement. It means you are committed to follow through on your promise.

To prepare myself: Preparation requires self-control. It means effort without immediate reward but with the knowledge that the effort will pay off when the preparation is completed.

By diligent study: Diligence implies something far beyond a quick review of assignments. Diligence means perseverance, concentration and not always taking the easy route.

And ardent practice: A person of character makes every effort in spite of setbacks or personal loss.

To become a worker: SkillsUSA members take pride in making things happen, in being good workers and in their employers.

Whose services: Doing things for others is the basis of many occupations. SkillsUSA members strive to be active in their schools and communities.

Will be recognized as honorable: The result of preparation, study, practice, work and service is the respect and honor given SkillsUSA members.

To base my expectations of reward upon the solid foundation of service: This statement reinforces the attitude that we must first serve in order to gain. This attitude is important to success.

To respect my vocation: SkillsUSA members recognize the need to find their vocation and strive to understand its traditions, skills, leaders and potential.

To bring repute to myself: SkillsUSA members strive to have a good reputation among their peers, fellow workers, teachers, parents and employers.

To spare no effort in upholding these ideals: This means service to the community, school and SkillsUSA chapter – getting things done and becoming a leader, all with the ideals of SkillsUSA in mind.

Question 25

What are the key historical dates and events of the organization?

Answer 25

1965: the Vocational Industrial Clubs of America Inc. (VICA) was founded by students and teachers who saw the need for more training in the areas of leadership to complement their chosen vocation

1999: VICA officially changed to SkillsUSA-VICA on July 4, 1999 at the National Leadership and Skills Conference

2004: the organization’s name officially changed to SkillsUSA on September 1, 2004

Question 26

What are the key programs of SkillsUSA?

Answer 26

Jump into STEM!
CareerSafe Online Safety Training
Career Clusters
SkillsUSA Recruitment Week
Program of Work
Career Essentials
Skills Jam

Question 27

What are the membership types within SkillsUSA?

Answer 27

1. Regular Member
Anyone enrolled and attending a high school, middle school, or postsecondary/collegiate program that offers instruction in any Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is eligible for this membership. Upon graduation, a member may move to the Alumni Membership level. Members receive the SkillsUSA Championships infosheet, official patch, wallet card, and lapel pin.

2. Associate Member
Designed for company/industry representatives who have an interest in CTE programs as well as individuals from industry associations, education organizations, and business and labor entities who are interested in supporting SkillsUSA’s mission. An Associate Member receives an annual subscription to SkillsUSA Champions magazine; they may vote at the national level only; they do not receive publications specific to members in training programs; they cannot hold office at the local or state levels, and are not eligible to participate in SkillsUSA Championships events.

3. Alumni Member
Any former high school student member whose participation ended upon graduation is eligible for this membership. They receive the same benefits as regular members except they may not participate in any state or national competition activity or hold office at the local level.

4. Honorary Member
Recognizes persons deemed worthy by their contributions to Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. This membership class does not have voting privileges or eligibility for local offices nor can it compete at the state or national levels of competition.

5. Advisory Member
This membership class represents companies that provide advisory services so essential to effective technical education programs. The individual advisory board representative (teacher) will receive all rights and privileges of a regular member including voting rights on all matters except election of national officers with eligibility for all levels of competitive events within his/her trade specialty areas

Question 28

What are the student officer leadership program options within a chapter?

Answer 28

President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Reporter
Parliamentarian

Question 29

What is the career and technical education and what is the function of SkillsUSA within it?

Answer 29

Career and Technical Education helps students prepare for the world of work by providing technical and career readiness skills. SkillsUSA is co-curricular with CTE programming and serves to enhance all CTE pathways

Question 30

Role of chapter president

Answer 30

Presides over all district meetings
Works with and encourages others to work for the district
Possesses the ability to delegate effectively
Makes impartial judgments
Keeps members informed
Conducts meetings using parliamentary procedure

Question 31

Role of chapter vice president

Answer 31

Presides at meetings and functions in the absence of the President
Is well informed of the issues and skilled in handling the district’s business
Carries specific responsibility for program planning
With the parliamentarian, is responsible for the arrangement of the meeting room
Assists the president

Question 32

Role of chapter secretary

Answer 32

Keeps all district records for continuous reference to all that has happened
Sets the agenda
Advises the president on agenda during meetings
Reads previous minutes and takes new minutes at every meeting
Counts votes
Handles district correspondence

Question 33

Role of chapter treasurer

Answer 33

Keeps the record of district funds
Bills for annual dues
Sends out membership records
Pays all approved bills
Maintains accurate records of income and expenses
Prepares financial statements

Question 34

Role of chapter reporter

Answer 34

Gets news about the district before the public
Is able or willing to learn to write news stories on district activities
Prepares and distributes news releases to local media

Question 35

Role of chapter parliamentarian

Answer 35

Acts as the district authority and consultant to the president on procedural matters
Has a working knowledge of parliamentary law and gives opinions based on it
Calls attention to errors in procedure

Question 36

What are the components of the emblem and what do they represent?

Answer 36

The shield represents patriotism
The shield denotes our belief in democracy, liberty and the American way of life.

The gear represents the industrial society
The gear, symbolic of the industrial society, denotes the interdependence and cooperation of the individual working with labor and management for the betterment of mankind.

The torch represents knowledge
The flaming torch reflects the light of knowledge, which dispels the darkness of ignorance. In the light of the torch, progress will be made toward the vocational goals of the individual.

The orbital circles represent technology
The circles represent the challenge of modern technology and the training needed to accept and master the challenge of new technical frontiers and the need for continuous education.

The hands represent the individual
The hands portray a search for knowledge and our desire to acquire a skill. In the process of attaining knowledge and skill, we will develop a respect for the dignity of work and become productive and responsible citizens.

Question 37

What are the official colors of the organization and what do they represent?

Answer 37

The colors red, white, blue and gold represent the national SkillsUSA organization.

Red and white represent the individual states and chapters.

Blue represents the common union of the states and of the chapters.

Gold represents the individual, the most important element of the organization.