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What year was HOSA founded?

1976

What is the National Service Project for HOSA?

NMDP (National Marrow Donor Program)

What are the official colors of HOSA?

Navy Blue, Medical White, and Maroon

What shapes, symbols, and words does the HOSA emblem include?

A circle (continuity of health care), a triangle (three aspects of human well-being: social, physical, mental), hands (caring of each member), and the words "HOSA", "Future Health Professionals", and "FOUNDED 1976"

What does the color navy blue represent in the emblem?

Loyalty to the healthcare profession

What does the color medical white represent in the emblem?

Purity of purpose

What does the color maroon represent in the emblem?

Compassion of HOSA members

What are the four core values of HOSA?

Leadership, Service, Engagement, and Innovation

Who is President of the 2026-2027 AZ HOSA State Executive Council?

Allen Son

Who is the current Arizona HOSA State Advisor?

Sandra Oligny

What position does Jocelyn Dial hold on the council?

Postsecondary/Collegiate Vice President

Where and when is the 2026 Fall Leadership Conference scheduled?

Phoenix, AZ in November 2026

Where and when will the 2027 State Leadership Conference be held?

Tucson, AZ in Spring 2027

Which event will be held in Philadelphia, PA in June 2027?

HOSA International Leadership Conference (ILC 2027)

Which competitive events fall under Leadership Events?

Organizational Leadership, Interviewing Skills, Job Seeking Skills, Prepared Speaking, Researched Persuasive Writing and Speaking, and Research Poster

Which competitive events fall under Health Professions Events?

Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Nursing, Dental Science, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Assisting, Nursing Assisting, Pharmacy Science, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, and Veterinary Science

Which competitive events fall under Health Science Events?

Dental Terminology, Medical Spelling, Medical Terminology, Medical Math, Medical Reading, Pathophysiology, Human Growth & Development, Pharmacology, and Behavioral Health

Which competitive events are Team Events versus Individual Events?

Team Events include: CERT Skills, CPR/First Aid, Emergency Medical Technician, Public Health, Biomedical Debate, HOSA Bowl, Creative Problem Solving, and Parliamentary Procedure. Individual Events include: Health Professions, Health Science, and Leadership events.

What is the minimum number of hours required to earn the Silver level of the Barbara James Service Award?

100 - 174 hours (Secondary/Postsecondary division)

What color is the official HOSA uniform?

Navy Blue suit (blazer and pants/skirt), White tailored shirt/blouse, and Maroon accent (navy/maroon tie or ascot)