Many industry certifications can be used as stackable credentials that can help students show their potential employers the skills they have, such as mastery of a particular software or hardware component. Explore the pathways to learn more about the available certifications and learning opportunities for certifications through FIRST partnerships.

Through FIRST programs, students discover careers and often explore what it is like to work in that career through their industry mentors and learning within their team roles.​ We also offer many opportunities for students to explore careers through our alumni and industry partnerships.

This resource includes links to free, self-paced training training courses on each of the FIRST programs.

FIRST designs accessible, innovative programs that build not only science and technology skills and interests, but also self-confidence, leadership, and life skills.

The Control System Advisor assists teams with Robot Control System-related issues

Challenge, Updates, and Resources for FIRST LEGO League Challenge.

Download FIRST LEGO League Explore challenge materials and building instructions.

Youth Team Member Registration can be completed through new Express Enrollment application (U.S. & Canada) or the FIRST^® Dashboard (Global) and is for youth team members who have been invited to an existing team.

Information about the FIRST Robotics Competition Dean's List Award, including its history, the advancement process, and past winners.

Everything you need to know about the FIRST Dashboard, starting with how to create your FIRST team.