HOSA CAREER DEVELOPMENT EVENTS

Competitive events were developed to recognize competencies introduced to members through classroom instruction, work-based learning activities, community service projects, and HOSA-related activities. Individuals and teams are evaluated according to standards of performance by health professionals. Evaluation can take the form of written exams (e.g., medical terminology) or complex technical and problem-solving skills (e.g., Forensic Medicine). Students who prepare for an event are gaining the knowledge and skills needed as a healthcare professional. 

Health Science Events

•  Dental Terminology

•  Health Informatics

•  Medical Spelling

• Medical Terminology 

• Medical Math 

• Medical Reading

• Behavioral Health

• Human Growth & Development

• Medical Law and Ethics

• Nutrition

• Pharmacology

• Pathophsiology

• Cultural Diversity and Disparities in Healthcare

Leadership Events

• Extemporaneous Writing 

• Interviewing Skills (IDEA  only)

• Health Career Photography 

• Healthy Lifestyle 

• Job Seeking Skills 

• Prepared Speaking 

• Researched Persuasive Writing & Speaking 

• Research Poster 


Recognition Events

• HOSA Happenings 

• Healthcare Issues Exam 

• HOSA Service Project

• Barbara James Service Project

• Outstanding HOSA Leader

• Outstanding HOSA Alumni

• Emotional Well-being Challenge

• America's Blood Centers & HOSA Blood Drive (ABC)

• National Geographic Learning Academic Testing Center (NGL ATC)

Health Professions Events

• Biotechnology

• Clinical Laboratory Science

• Clinical Specialty 

• Family Medical Physician

• Medical Assisting 

• Nursing Assisting 

• Physical Therapy 

• Sports Medicine 

• Veterinary Science

Emergency Preparedness Event

• CERT Skills 

• CPR/First Aid 

• Emergency Medical Technician 

• Epidemiology 

• Medical Reserve Corps Partnership

• Public Health

• Mental Health Promotion

Teamwork Events

• Biomedical Debate 

•Community Awareness 

• Forensic Science 

• Health Career Display 

• Health Education 

• Medical Innovation 

• Public Service Announcement

Middle School Events