How Does HOSA Work?
A student enrolled in any Health Occupations Education program at any high school or postsecondary institution across the country has the opportunity to join with other students and form a local HOSA chapter under the supervision of the classroom instructor, who also serves as the HOSA chapter advisor. These students and the advisor submit the Chapter Affiliation Application forms and fees to HOSA. Upon receipt of membership cards, the chapter is affiliated with the Health Occupations Students Of America as a chartered chapter. The chapter is also responsible for affiliating with the state association as directed by the state advisor. HOSA members are involved in community-oriented, career related and leadership development activities. Students from all local chapters attend regional and statewide conferences for participate in HOSA competitive events that test and recognize the students’ competencies in their chosen health occupation and related skills. All affiliated state associatio
