About SkillCo

Helping Students Connect Classrooms to Careers

Our Mission

Reimagining Education Around Skills That Matter.

At Skillco, we’re committed to reshaping how students learn and how institutions teach—by putting verified skills at the center of it all.

We build tools that help educators align their programs with the real demands of today’s workforce, and give students a clear view of how their learning translates into opportunity. Our mission is to make education more relevant, practical, and outcome-driven.

In a world where traditional credentials are no longer enough, we believe that demonstrated skills and hands-on experience are the true currency of success.

Improve enrollment and retention

Demonstrate the value of their programs

Bridge the gap between curriculum and workforce needs

Skillco was built to solve these challenges. We equip institutions with tools that turn learning into measurable, marketable outcomes—and help students take control of their educational journeys.

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Skillco Founder and CEO, Steve Lockhart.

Why SkillCo Exists

Today’s students face more pressure than ever—but less clarity. They’re told to prepare for the future, yet many don’t understand how their classes actually connect to careers, skills, or life goals. That’s where SkillCo comes in.

SkillCo was built to solve a core problem in education: the gap between what students are learning and how it translates to the real world. We help students make sense of school by showing them the skills they’re already building—so they can plan smarter, graduate faster, and step confidently into the future.

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What SkillCo Does

killCo is an education platform that turns coursework into a visible, valuable skill set. Here's how we help:

✅ Tracks Skill Growth – From communication to data analysis, students can see what they’re developing in every class.

✅ Aligns Classes with Careers – Students explore pathways and pick courses that match their interests and long-term goals.

✅ Supports High School + Higher Ed – Whether you're a high schooler just getting started or a college student finalizing your track, SkillCo guides the journey.

✅ Simplifies Counseling & Planning – Educators, advisors, and schools get better tools to help students succeed faster and with more purpose.

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The Story Behind SkillCo

SkillCo was created by educators, technologists, and industry professionals who believe education should work for the student—not the other way around. After working directly with schools, counselors, and students, our team realized too many students were just “checking boxes” without understanding the value behind their work.

So, we built a platform that puts skills at the center of education—and turns confusion into clarity.

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SkillCo was created by educators, technologists, and industry professionals who believe education should work for the student—not the other way around. After working directly with schools, counselors, and students, our team realized too many students were just “checking boxes” without understanding the value behind their work.

So, we built a platform that puts skills at the center of education—and turns confusion into clarity.

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Meet the Team

SkillCo was created by educators, technologists, and industry professionals who believe education should work for the student—not the other way around. After working directly with schools, counselors, and students, our team realized too many students were just “checking boxes” without understanding the value behind their work.

So, we built a platform that puts skills at the center of education—and turns confusion into clarity.