Transcript 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!
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HOSA & It’s Purpose
 Health
Occupations Students of America
is a national organization for students
enrolled in Health Science Education
courses.
 The purpose is to develop leadership &
technical HOSA skill competencies
through a program of motivation,
awareness and recognition, which is an
integral part of the Health Science
Education Instructional Program.
Goals of HOSA
To promote physical, mental & social well
being
 Develop effective leadership qualities &
skills
 Communicate more effectively with people
 Develop Character
 Create Responsible Citizenship Traits
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Goals of HOSA
Promote Career opportunities in HealthCare
 Encourage involvement in local, state and
national healthcare and education projects
 Build self-confidence and pride in one’s
work
 Make realistic career choices and seek
successful employment in healthcare
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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 Future Starts Now”
HOSA Emblem
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Circle - continuity of health care
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Triangle - social, physical and mental
well-being
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Hands - the caring of each HOSA member
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Colors - maroon, medical white, navy blue
White…Purity of purpose
Navy Blue….Loyalty & Integrity in our
treatment of others.
Maroon…Commitment to our patients
as Health Care Symbolism
Professionals.
HOSA Creed
I believe
in the Health Care Profession.
I believe
in the profession for which I am being trained; and in the opportunities
that my training offers.
I believe
in education
I believe
that through education I will be able to make the greatest use of my skills,
knowledge, and experience in order to become a contributing member of
the health care team and of my community.
I believe
in myself
I believe
that by using the knowledge and skills of my profession I will
become more aware of myself. Through fulfilling these goals, I will
become a more responsible citizen.
I believe
that each individual is important in his or her own right;
therefore, I will treat each person with respect and love. To
this end, I dedicate my training, my skills and myself to serve
others through Health Occupations Students of America
HOSA Membership Divisions
 Secondary
 Postsecondary/Collegiate
 Associate
 Alumni
 Professional
HOSA helps members
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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
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
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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
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HOSA Resources
Publications
 HOSA Magazine – student magazine
 VISION – advisor newsletter
 National HOSA Handbook
 NLC Guide
 National website www.hosa.org
 Awards Unlimited – emblematic materials
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Annual Membership Affiliation
2013-2014
National - $10.00
State/Local – $10.00
Any Questions?
Here is your assignment…
Summery/Assignment
Write a paragraph describing HOSA in your
own words.
 List the purpose and 3 Goals of the
organization
 Explain the Emblem and what the colors
mean.
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