Biomed Bling

“Hi Riley! I’m a biomed student at Northwest. I know you are on the board for HOSA but I’m not sure what they do or why I should be a member. Can you explain why?”

Every biomedical student receives information about HOSA freshman year, but students rarely grasp the beneficial implications of being a part of this club. There are many pluses for participation in this organization including low volunteer hours compared to other organizations at Northwest, learning more about health science career options, making new friends, and the sparkly medallion earned in senior year. 

My advice for the entire student body is to join their CTSO or what HOSA is for biomed. A CTSO is a career and technical student organization and looks amazing on college applications. HOSA is the CTSO for biomedical students and should join for at least two years in order to get a medallion as a senior. 

Some requirements along with 2 years minimum of HOSA to earn a medallion are maintaining a 3.0 GPA and not failing any other classes. It can be worn with cap and gown walking during the ceremony. 

This club is also a great way to begin leadership development, practice professional skills, gain skill acquisition, and have fun with peers. Plus, it proves that interest in your program carries over outside of school and increases your odds of getting into college. 

SLC, or the state leadership conference, is an event held in Nevada annually and is necessary to become a full member of HOSA. With ranging topics from behavioral health to sportsmed, there are lots of choices for the statewide competition. It is a chance to study something enjoyable and have a chance to go to an international competition if successful.

Northwest, please go join your CTSO because of the advancements in your high school career that are gained when you participate.  All biomedical students should partake in HOSA as soon as possible and be involved in the amazing organization. 

Please write in to riley.223463@nv.ccsd.net for more questions about getting through high school (relationships, teachers, parents, friends, stress, etc.).