HOSA at EHS

Health Occupations Students of America A student-led professional association Develops future leaders for the health care delivery system HOSA is 100% health care! HOSA is one of 10 student organizations endorsed for specifically for health occupations education.

HOSA Mission To enhance the delivery of compassionate, quality health care by providing opportunities for knowledge, skill and leadership development of all Health Occupations Education students, therefore, helping students to meet the needs of the health care community.

HOSA Motto “The Hands of HOSA Mold the Health of Tomorrow”

HOSA Emblem Circle - continuity of health care Triangle - social, physical, and mental well-being Hands - the caring of each HOSA member Colors - maroon, medical white, navy blue

Levels of HOSA Local Chapters Local advisor is the health science instructor. State Associations 38 total associations National Organization Headquarters located in Flower Mound, TX

Membership Categories Secondary High School Students Postsecondary/Collegiate Professional Alumni Associate Honorary Life

HOSA Goals: Set realistic career and educational goals Develop workplace readiness skills Understand current health care issues Develop effective leadership qualities and skills Network with health care professionals Participate in community service activities Build self-confidence, motivation, and enthusiasm Celebrate accomplishments

Superficial Benefits Travel Resume Builder Friendships Team Player

HOSA Scholarships Area/State Scholarships Outstanding HOSA Member National HOSA Scholarships National Healthcare Issues Exam – sponsored by Kaiser Permanente Industry Scholarships

HOSA Resources Publications HOSA Happenings – student newsletter VISION – advisor newsletter National HOSA Handbook National Leadership Conference Guide HOSA Resource Library National Web site: www.hosa.org State Web site: www.state.tn.us/education Awards Unlimited: www.awardsunlimited.com

How is the local chapter involved? Red Cross blood drive twice a year Lunch time activities Charity fundraisers State, regional and national competition Participation in local health fairs.

STOP Several things you can do: Complete the Scavenger Hunt. Complete your flash cards for medical abbreviations Lesson 1. Complete your flash cards for medical terminology Lesson 1. Organize your folder.

Get a HOSA study guide from the box on the counter and begin working on it. The study guide will be due Tuesday. The test will be on Tuesday.

HOSA

Competitive Events Program Regional, state, and national recognition of individual and team achievement Fifty competitive events in five categories Essential knowledge and skill development directly related to health care

Category I Health Occupations Related Events Dental Spelling Dental Terminology Medical Spelling Medical Terminology Medical Math Knowledge Tests: Nutrition Pathophysiology Pharmacology Human Growth & Development Concepts of Health Care

Category II Health Occupations Skill Events Administrative Medical Assisting Clinical Specialty CPR/First Aid Dental Assisting Dental Lab Tech EMT First Aid/Rescue Breathing * Medical Assisting - Clinical Medical Lab Assisting Nursing Assisting Personal Care * Physical Therapy Aide Practical Nursing Sports Medicine Veterinary Assisting *IEP

Category III Individual Leadership Events Care Plan (Regional and State) Extemporaneous Health Poster Extemporaneous Speaking Extemporaneous Writing Interviewing Skills * Job Seeking Skills Prepared Speaking Researched Persuasive Speaking Speaking Skills * * IEP

Category IV Team Leadership Events Biomedical Debate Career Health Display Community Awareness Creative Problem Solving HOSA Bowl Medical Reading Parliamentary Procedure

Category V Recognition Outstanding HOSA Chapter Outstanding HOSA Member Outstanding Alumni Member National Recognition Program National Healthcare Issues Exam National Service Project Barbara James Service Award Chapter Newsletter

(www.hosa.org - HOSA Handbook, Section B) Event Preparation Read general rules and guidelines Select an event consistent with career objectives Obtain event guidelines – read and review (www.hosa.org - HOSA Handbook, Section B) Talk to previous competitors and HOSA advisors Know the event guidelines and rating sheets Obtain necessary equipment and supplies Practice, practice, practice!

STOP Several things you can do: HOSA Study Guide Complete the Scavenger Hunt. Complete your flash cards for medical abbreviations Lesson 1. Complete your flash cards for medical terminology Lesson 1. Organize your folder.