HOSA SQT General Rules and Regulations 24-25 Super Detailed

ILC Registration Deadline

May 15th

ILC 2025

June 18-21,- Nashville, TN

What is the required minimum number of states and competitors for skill events at the ILC?

3 states, 9 competitors

To be eligible for competition at the ILC, a delegate must be a member of HOSA, registered on a chapter roster

January 1st or March 1st

Subsitutions

Allowed until ILC registration. A team must include 25% of the members who competed

How many competitive events can a HOSA member enter at the ILC?

1

How many National Geographic Learning Academic Testing Center (ATC) can a HOSA member enter at the ILC?

As many as they want

How many Recognition Category Events can a HOSA member enter at the ILC?

As many as they wish

Healthcare Issues Exam(HCIE)

If there is a scheduling conflict competitor must choose. 25% of the ILC student delegates from the previous year.

HOSA Service Project:

One per chapter

Barbara James Service Award

Unlimited

HOSA Happenings

One per chapter

Outstanding HOSA Leader

One per chartered association

Outstanding HOSA Achievement

One per chartered association

Outstanding HOSA Alumni

Unlimited

America’s Blood Centers and HOSA Blood Drive

One per chapter

Emotional Well-Being Challenge

Unlimited

Good standing

At least 5 chapter members, affiliation fees paid in full, and an advisor.

Divisions of competition

Middle School (MS) ( 6th-8th)

Secondary(SS)(9th-12th)

Postsecondary/Collegiate (PS/C)- Undergraduate HOSA members that have high school diplomas

Accommodation details

Appendix H

What is the language requirement for submitting materials for judging in HOSA?

Only English

Violating Code of Conduct

May forfeit awards

Professional ethics

Competitors do not reveal secret topic or scenario for any event

All competitive event materials

Must be the original work of the competitors

What is the penalty for plagiarism in HOSA competitions?

Severe penalty/event disqualification

Can a team member who missed a round compete in the second round?

No participation in both rounds only

Can you change event content?

When advancing to the next level

Content that could be interpreted as insensitive or of a highly personal nature

Should be avoided and may not be judged

When a section of a notebook or portfolio indicates a specific range of pages, and a competitor uses fewer than the maximum number of pages can you use the pages for another section?

No the page numbers are per section

All copies and materials submitted at the International Leadership Conference as part of the HOSA Competitive Events program are property of

HOSA-Future Health Professionals.

Can you use content from previous years? If you do what is the penalty?

No 35 penalty points

Guideline Updates

Only editorial changes or note to membership is posted

Participant rating sheets and test score

Property of HOSA

Can you give anything to judges?

No

Handshakes with judges

Only in Job seeking skills, interview skills, and Health Career preparation because of time constraints.

Introductions

Done by section leader

Late to non-testing event <5 mins

10 penalty points

Late to spelldown more than 5 minutes

Starts without them

Late to testing event <5 mins

10 penalty points

General Penalty Points

Judge must discuss with HOSA ce management

. Number of Sections

Decided by competitive events management team according to registered participants

How many sections of each event are conducted for middle school and other divisions when possible?

Separate sections for each division

How will fairness between sections be assured?

- A mathematical formula – called standard deviation will be used by the computers

What must competitors do to avoid penalties during skill event scenarios?

Keep the secret topic confidential until after the event

How are individual and team competitor numbers assigned?

By the computer

What determines which skills are performed in skill events?

Competitive Events Management Team

How are individual and team competitor numbers assigned?

By the computer

How are points awarded for duplicated steps in combined skill scenarios?

Once for each performance

What is the competitor's responsibility regarding verbalization in skills?

Communicate fully to clarify actions

Are competitors allowed to ask questions during skill performance?

Only, if related to the patient's condition

In scenarios with multiple skills, what must competitors do promptly after receiving the scenario?

Start the skill performance quickly

What should competitors bring for off-site events due to long durations?

Snacks and water

What happens if the required equipment is missing during a skill event?

No points for verbalization

How is the scenario presented to competitors with special needs in some events?

Read out loud

Points and Time with Combined Skills

Points will be awarded once only and time will be adjusted by competitive events management team

What level must competitors participate at?

Highest level of training

Can mercury equipment be used in HOSA events?

NO

Is it allowed to bring calculators for written tests?

No, unless permitted beforehand

What are written tests designed to measure?

Understanding at recall, application, or analysis levels

What is discouraged for use on Scantrons and what is encouraged?

Mechanical pencils are discouraged. Traditional #2 pencils are encouraged

How are competitors encouraged to protect test security?

By not sharing

How often are verbal time announcements made during testing?

None are made

New Testing Event

Will have half the testing items

What happens if competitors fail to bring the required material/equipment

Allowed to compete but not receive points for that part

Equipment Failure

Results in inability to judge that part of the event

Is the use of podium necessary?

No it’s optional

What form of id does HOSA require?

Photo ID

What is the consequence of not having a photo ID at the ILC?

35 penalty points

Are personal electronic devices allowed during events?

Only if specified in the guidelines

What happens if personal articles are taken during a test or event?

Competitors are asked to place them under chairs

Are study materials allowed in the testing rooms?

No, none

Can state chartered associations modify event guidelines?

Yes, to meet their needs

Who can appeal a rule due to extenuating circumstances?

Any competitor

Are observers allowed in any events at ILC?

No with the possible exception of Demonstration and Pilot events.

What is the purpose of the inquiry process?

To provide feedback and recommendations