Career and Technical Student Organizations
Career and Technical Student Organizations
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Why Join a CTSO?
Why Join a CTSO?
Building Your Skills, Your Confidence, and Your Future**
Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) are leadership and skill-building clubs connected to Utah CTE Pathways. When students participate in CTSOs, they don’t just join a club — they level up their real-world skills, explore careers, earn recognition, and connect learning in the classroom to future jobs.
CTSOs help students:
Build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
Practice hands-on technical skills tied to CTE classes
Compete in events that mirror real workplace challenges
Network with professionals, colleges, and students across Utah
Strengthen their resumes, scholarship applications, and job readiness
Below is a student-friendly guide showing how each CTSO connects to Utah’s CTE Pathways and what students can gain by getting involved.
FFA – Agriculture & Natural Resources
FFA – Agriculture & Natural Resources
FFA supports students exploring Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Pathways.
Students in these courses apply real skills in animal science, plant science, mechanics, natural resources, agribusiness, and more.
How FFA connects to Utah CTE Pathways:
Animal & Veterinary Science
Plant & Soil Science
Agricultural Mechanics
Natural Resources
Agribusiness
What students gain in FFA:
Hands-on projects (SAEs) tied to real careers
Leadership training through officer roles
Career-aligned competitions (livestock judging, agriscience fair, ag sales, ag mechanics, etc.)
Strong community and statewide recognition
National FFA Organization Website
Reach out to Mr. Warnick at Delta Tech or Mr. Whitaker at MHS to join!
HOSA – Future Health Professionals
HOSA – Future Health Professionals
HOSA prepares students for careers in the Health Science Pathways, including medical, therapeutic, diagnostic, and emergency services.
How HOSA connects to Utah CTE Pathways:
Medical Assisting
Nursing Services
Emergency Medical Technician
Pharmacy Technician
Sports Medicine
Biotechnology
What students gain in HOSA:
Real clinical and medical-based competitions
Exposure to dozens of health careers
Leadership and teamwork opportunities
A strong head start on healthcare certifications and programs
Reach out to Mr. Burraston at MHS and Mrs. Eyre at Delta Tech to join!
Skills USA – Skilled Trades, TECHNICAL Careers & Leadership
Skills USA – Skilled Trades, TECHNICAL Careers & Leadership
SkillsUSA supports students in hands-on and technical Utah CTE Pathways. It’s the organization for builders, makers, technicians, designers, coders, welders, engineers, and problem-solvers.
How SkillsUSA connects to Utah CTE Pathways:
Skilled & Technical Sciences (welding, construction, automotive, robotics, manufacturing, drafting, etc.)
Information Technology
Architecture & Engineering
Graphics & Digital Media
Personal & Commercial Services (cosmetology, barbering)
What students gain in SkillsUSA:
High-intensity competitions that mirror industry standards
Leadership events and industry partnerships
Real-world employability skills (SkillsUSA Framework)
Access to scholarships and national recognition opportunities
Reach out to Mr. Moat at MHS and Mr. Willoughby and Mr. Crane at Delta Tech to join!
FBLA – Future Business Leaders of America
FBLA – Future Business Leaders of America
FBLA empowers students in Business & Marketing Pathways to explore leadership, finance, technology, communication, and entrepreneurship.
How FBLA connects to Utah CTE Pathways:
Business Administration
Accounting & Finance
Digital Marketing
Hospitality & Tourism
Information Technology
Entrepreneurship
What students gain in FBLA:
Professional-level competitions
Leadership conferences
Business and tech skills employers value
Opportunities to network, present, and pitch ideas
Reach out to Ms. Wankier at Delta Tech and Mr. Swallow at MHS to join!
FCCLA – Family, Consumer Sciences, Education & Human Services
FCCLA – Family, Consumer Sciences, Education & Human Services
FCCLA is tied to Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS) Pathways and the human-centered careers that come from them.
How FCCLA connects to Utah CTE Pathways:
Culinary Arts
Fashion & Interior Design
Early Childhood Education
Teaching as a Profession
Family & Human Services
Hospitality & Tourism
What students gain in FCCLA:
Creative competitions in culinary, design, early childhood, entrepreneurship, and more
Leadership development
Community involvement and service opportunities
Career exploration focused on helping and serving others
Reach out to Mrs. Herron at MHS or Mrs. Jensen at DHS to join!
CTSOs + CTE Pathways = A Stronger Future
CTSOs + CTE Pathways = A Stronger Future
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When students participate in CTSOs, they strengthen their Utah CTE Pathway experience by:
Applying classroom learning in real-world contexts
Preparing for industry certifications
Exploring career options through competitions and conferences
Building leadership, confidence, and employability skills
Connecting with mentors, advisors, colleges, and employers
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