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Health Occupations Students of America

Health Occupations Students of America. A student-led professional association Endorsed by the US Department of Education An integral component of the Health Science Cluster Develops future leaders for the health care delivery system HOSA is 100% health care!. HOSA Mission.

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Health Occupations Students of America

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  1. Health Occupations Students of America • A student-led professional association • Endorsed by the US Department of Education • An integral component of the Health Science Cluster • Develops future leaders for the health care delivery system • HOSA is 100% health care!

  2. 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.

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

  4. 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

  5. HOSA Membership Divisions • Secondary • Postsecondary/Collegiate • Associate • Alumni • Professional

  6. HOSA helps members • set realistic career and educational goals • develop workplace readiness skills • understand current health care issues • develop effective leadership qualities & skills • network with health care professionals • participate in community service activities • build self-confidence, motivation & enthusiasm • celebrate accomplishments

  7. Competitive Events Program • Regional, State, and National Recognition of Individual and Group Achievement • Approximately 50 events in 5 categories • Essential knowledge and skill development directly related to health care • Curricular component of Health Science

  8. HOSA Scholarships • Area/State Scholarships • Outstanding HOSA Member • Catherine Jung Memorial Scholarship • National HOSA Scholarships • National Healthcare Issues Exam – sponsored by Kaiser Permanente • Industry Scholarships

  9. HOSA Resources • Publications • HOSA Magazine – student magazine • VISION – advisor newsletter • National HOSA Handbook • NLC Guide • National website www.hosa.org • Awards Unlimited – emblematic materials

  10. Annual Membership Affiliation 2000-2001 National - $7.00 State/Local – varies by state

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