HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) is a global student organization dedicated to preparing future health professionals for careers in healthcare.
By participating in HOSA, students gain real-world exposure to the healthcare industry while developing the skills needed for success in medical and health-related careers.
HOSA provides hands-on opportunities, such as competitions, leadership conferences, and healthcare simulations, to help students gain practical experience in the medical field.
Students develop essential skills, including teamwork, leadership, communication, and problem-solving, which are critical for success in healthcare careers.
HOSA helps students explore healthcare professions, build professional networks, and prepare for college and careers in the medical field.
HOSA provides students with valuable experiences that bridge classroom learning with real-world healthcare settings. Through competitions, conferences, and leadership training, students develop key skills such as:
By engaging in real-world challenges and hands-on learning, HOSA fosters career readiness and cultivates the next generation of healthcare professionals.
HOSA Competitive Events allow students to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in various healthcare-related areas. These events provide a platform for students to showcase their talents in realistic healthcare scenarios. Categories include:
Students demonstrate their knowledge in medical terminology, human anatomy, pharmacology, and healthcare concepts.
Students apply skills related to specific healthcare careers, such as nursing, medical assisting, and mental behavioral health.
Students showcase their abilities in CPR, first aid, emergency response, and public health initiatives.
Students participate in public speaking, job-seeking skills, and extemporaneous writing competitions to enhance leadership and communication abilities.
Teams collaborate on healthcare problem-solving challenges, such as biomedical debate, health career display, and creative problem-solving scenarios.
HOSA members earn recognition for service, leadership, and commitment to the healthcare industry through portfolio-based competitions.
