1. Introducing HOSA In the Classroom
January 2005

2. HOSA is a part of the Health Science Education Curriculum.

3. The classroom is teacher-led.
HOSA is student-led.

4. HOSA activities reinforce classroom learning…and HOSA members earn better grades in their health science class.

5. HOSA also provides opportunities for:
Leadership development.
Personal achievement.
Community service.
Connections with the health care community.

6. What is HOSA? HOSA is a scholastic student organization.
It’s like a cross between student council, the honor society, and an athletic team --- and it’s all about preparing yourself for a future health career.

7. Your HOSA chapter is one of thousands of HOSA chapters across the United States.

8. HOSA chapters promote career opportunities in health care by providing YOU with opportunities for:
Fun
Learning
Achievement
What it is/how it fits into the health science program (creed, colors, motto, history)
Reasons for joining HOSA
Membership classes and levels
Purposes and goals of the organization
Typical HOSA activities at various levels:  Competitive Events
 Conferences
 Civic, community service activities
 Career-oriented activities
 Social activities
Sample calendar of activities
Awards and recognition
Publications and services
Support of HOSA by:  U.S. Department of Education
 National Association of Secondary School Principals
 Health Science Education Division of the American Career and Technical Association
 National Advisory Council on Career/Technical Education
Steps in organizing a Chapter
Membership and Chapter affiliation process

9. Active participation in your HOSA chapter can make you a better student today - - and a better-prepared healthcare professional tomorrow.

10. What is a HOSA Chapter? Student members (That’s you!)
Chapter advisor (Your teacher)
Alumni members (Former members)
Professional members (Who support the HOSA chapter)

11. How do I join? Pay local, state and national affiliation fees.
Your advisor will list your name on the chapter affiliation form.
Membership is for the entire school year and following summer.

12. Who runs the HOSA chapter?
Led by elected chapter officers
Chapter members recommend activities
Supported by the chapter advisor

13. What is the value of HOSA?
The value is in the learning and sense of achievement HOSA members gain from chapter activities.
The value of HOSA is in the minds and hearts of HOSA members who are better prepared to succeed in their chosen profession.

14. What do HOSA chapters do?
Lots of things!
Community service
Leadership development
Networking with the health community
And so much more!

15. When you join HOSA, you are part of a NATIONAL organization of over 75,000 members.

16. HOSA Competitive Events
A popular and exciting part of HOSA membership is the opportunity to participate in
HOSA Competitive Events

17. There are 44 HOSA National Competitive Events – all designed to further your ability to achieve in the Health Science classroom and in your future career.

18. How do I get involved in HOSA competitive events?
Begin by selecting an event.
Some members pick something they are good at.
Others pick something they would like to become good at.

19. There’s an event for everyone!
Individual and team events
Skill and leadership events
Tests and performances
Competitive and recognition
Creative and intellectual

20. Category I – Health Science Related Events
Dental Spelling
Dental Terminology
Medical Spelling
Medical Terminology
Medical Math
Knowledge Tests

21. Category II – Health Science Skill Events
Nursing Assisting
Personal Care
Practical Nursing
First Aid/ RescueBreathing
Physical Therapy
Sports Medicine
Veterinary Assisting
Admin Med Assisting
CPR/First Aid
Clinical Specialty
EMT
Dental Assisting
Med. Lab Assisting
Med Assisting Clinical

22. Category III – Individual Leadership Events
Extemporaneous Health Poster
Extemporaneous Writing
Extemporaneous Speaking
Interviewing Skills
Job Seeking Skills
Researched Persuasive Speaking
Prepared Speaking
Speaking Skills

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

24. Category V – Recognition Events
National Service Project
National HOSA Week
Barbara James Service Award
Chapter Newsletter
Outstanding HOSA Chapter
Outstanding Alumni member
National Recognition Program
Kaiser Permanente Healthcare Issues Exam

25. The competitive events program begins in the classroom, where students are introduced to health science knowledge and skills.

26. HOSA members who decide to compete will study and practice outside the classroom to perfect their skills.

27. In the spring, HOSA members can compete in regional, or state leadership conferences.
What it is/how it fits into the health science program (creed, colors, motto, history)
Reasons for joining HOSA
Membership classes and levels
Purposes and goals of the organization
Typical HOSA activities at various levels:  Competitive Events
 Conferences
 Civic, community service activities
 Career-oriented activities
 Social activities
Sample calendar of activities
Awards and recognition
Publications and services
Support of HOSA by:  U.S. Department of Education
 National Association of Secondary School Principals
 Health Science Education Division of the American Career and Technical Association
 National Advisory Council on Career/Technical Education
Steps in organizing a Chapter
Membership and Chapter affiliation process

28. State winners are eligible to compete in National competition.

29. The HOSA National Leadership Conference is held each June.
2005 – Nashville, Tennessee
2006 – Anaheim, California
2007 – Orlando, Florida
2008 – Dallas, Texas

30. National Conference opportunities include:
General sessions,
Leadership workshops,
Educational symposiums and exhibits,
Competitive events, AND
Meeting HOSA members from across the United States and Puerto Rico.

31. As you can tell, HOSA is about:
Opportunities to achieve and serve others.
Connecting with the healthcare community.
YOU!

32. For more information about HOSA…
Visit HOSA’s website at