Career & Leadership Development Events (CDEs/LDEs) build on what is learned in agricultural classes and encourage members to put their knowledge into practice. These events are designed to help a member prepare for a career in agriculture by testing and challenging the student's technical, leadership, interpersonal, and teamwork skills as well as their knowledge of the subject matter. CDEs answer the question, "When will I use this knowledge in the real world?" One of the unique things about the National FFA Organization is the myriad of events that we offer. Career Development Events (CDEs) and Leadership Development Events (LDEs) cover job skills in everything from communications to mechanics and technical science or math applied to agricultural scenarios. Some events allow students to compete as individuals, while others allow them to compete in teams.

At a state level, we provide the opportunity to participate in upward of 30 CDEs/LDEs to captivate and engage members across a spectrum of interest and career areas. So whether you're excited by the scent of pine or you find yourself at home with your nose in the books, there's something here for you. 

CDE/LDE RULES AND GUIDELINES

Washington FFA CDE/LDE Handbooks = posted on each individual CDE/LDE page (linked on the right).

Pre convention CDE Registration