San Juan College (SJC) is gearing up to welcome the community to one of the most exciting career and technical education events in the region, the SkillsUSA Regional Championships.
This all-day event celebrates craftsmanship, competition and workforce development, bringing together top students from across the Four Corners to showcase their expertise in Automotive and Diesel technology.
What is SkillsUSA?
SkillsUSA is a national nonprofit organization that connects students, educators and industry leaders to build a skilled workforce for America’s future. Serving more than 380,000 students and instructors nationwide, SkillsUSA provides training programs, events and competitions that help students excel in career and technical education (CTE).
Each year, the SkillsUSA Championships are recognized as one of the world’s largest hands-on workforce development events.
At the SJC regional event, competitors will take part in all eight Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification areas, along with tests in tool and component identification, service manual knowledge and other technical challenges.
Where Hands-On Training Meets Real-World Competition
On Friday, November 21, 2025, SJC’s state-of-the-art training facilities will host over 160 competitors from multiple schools across New Mexico, Colorado and Utah. Students will demonstrate their mastery in critical automotive and diesel service skills, from diagnostics and repair to advanced testing and component identification.
“This competition is where you see the future of the automotive industry in action,” said Don Beauregard, Coordinator and Associate Professor of Automotive Technology at SJC. “These students have put in countless hours to master their skills, and this event gives them a platform to shine.”
Schools Represented at the 2025 Regional Competition
Students from the following institutions will compete at San Juan College:
- Emery High School - Castle Dale, UT
- Carlsbad High School - Carlsbad, NM
- Technical College of the Rockies - Delta, CO
- Gadsden High School - Anthony, NM
- Artesia High School - Artesia, NM
- San Juan College - Farmington, NM
- San Juan College High School - Farmington, NM
- Farmington Cate Center - Farmington, NM
- University of New Mexico, Gallup - Gallup, NM
- Los Lunas High School - Los Lunas, NM
Building a Strong Future for Automotive and Diesel Technology
The event highlights San Juan College’s dedication to career and technical education. John Parker, an SJC Diesel student, recently earned first place at the SkillsUSA National Championships in Atlanta, Georgia.
“This event isn’t just about competition; it’s also about opportunity,” said Troy Brown, Dean of San Juan College’s School of Trades and Technology. “Every student here represents the workforce of tomorrow. For the community and the industry, it’s a chance to see the talent and dedication driving our future.”
Join the Action
The community is invited to attend the SkillsUSA Regional Championships to cheer on competitors and experience the energy of hands-on learning.
- Registration: 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
- Competition Rounds: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Awards Ceremony: 1:45 – 2:30 p.m. at Connie Gotsch Theater
Come see the next generation of Automotive and Diesel professionals in action and witness how San Juan College is fueling the future of the skilled trades.
