Vocational Skills Championships
WorldSkills
the global hub for skills excellence and development
82 WorldSkills member countries and regions, covering more than two-thirds of the world’s population
raising the profile and recognition of skilled people
raising standards in technical and vocational education
demonstrating the importance of skills in achieving economic growth and personal success
About the Championships
showcases vocational qualifications as a positive and valued choice at all levels
raises the profile of vocational education
promotes excellence in skills development, vocational training and craftsmanship
provides global benchmarking
demonstrates that vocational training is as valuable as academic qualifications
Competition Skill Classifications
Construction and Building Technology
Creative Arts and Fashion
Information and Communication Technology
Manufacturing and Engineering Technology
Social and Personal Services
Transportation and Logistics
45th WorldSkills Competition
event held in Kazan, Russia in August 2019
1,354 competitors
representing 63 member countries and regions
competing in 56 skills across a wide range of industries
4 days of competition
200,000 visitors
largest international event in Russia in 2019
International Skills Competitions