Oklahoma HOSA State Officer, OK HOSA State Officer Test Prep

Section A of HOSA Handbook

HOSA History

Section B of HOSA Handbook

Competitive Events

Section C of HOSA Handbook

Chapter Management

(History) HOSA was conceived by which six charter states at which meeting?

AL, NJ, NM, NC, OK, TX at the organizing meeting in Cherry Hill, NJ in November 1975.

(History) HOSA was officially organized where?

At a Constitutional Convention held in Arlington, TX in 1976. Which had more than 300 members.

(History) HOSA was comprised of how many members of the six states?

6,000

(History) HOSA focuesed on what?

On limited supportive nursing, dental, medical, and related occupations programs, as well as organized pre-technical programs in health careers approved by a State Department of Education.

National Service Project

NMDP (national marrow donor program)

(History) What did HOSA used to stand for?

Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)

(History) Who were the first set of national officers was elected?

Lynne McGee of North Carolina was the first National HOSA President.

What are the National HOSA colors?

maroon, medical white and navy blue

What does maroon represent?

Compassion of HOSA Members

What does navy blue represent?

Loyalty to the Healthcare Profession

What does medical white represent?

Purity of Purpose

(History) Where was the first National HOSA conference at?

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on April 27-30, 1978. Oklahoma was selected as the site and Spring 1978

What are the six competitive events category?

Health Science Events

Health Professions Events

Emergency Preparedness Events

Leadership Events

Teamwork Events

Recognition Events

(middle school events, NGL Cengage Academic Testing Center)

Where was the second National HOSA conference at?

June 26-July 1, 1979, in Cherry Hill, NJ

Who were the Five state charters that were presented at the second National HOSA Conference?

Delaware, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Wisconsin, and New York

During the Third National Conference in Asheville, North Carolina, July 8-12, 1980, which four new states were chartered?

District of Columbia, Virginia, Louisiana, and New Hampshire.

Who created the HOSA Creed?

South Carolina HOSA

What is the HOSA Creed?

I recognize the universal need for quality, compassionate healthcare.

I understand the importance of academic excellence, skills training, and leadership development in my career pathway.

I believe through service to my community and to the world, I will make the best use of my knowledge and talents.

I accept the responsibility of a health professional and seek to find my place on a team equally committed to the well-being of others.

Therefore, I will dedicate myself to promoting health and advancing healthcare as a student, a leader, an educator, and a member of HOSA-Future Health Professionals.

What is the HOSA mission statement?

The mission of HOSA is to empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration, and experience

What is the HOSA purpose?

The purpose of HOSA-Future Health Professionals is to develop leadership and technical HOSA skill competencies through a program of motivation, awareness and recognition, which is an integral part of the Health Science Education instructional program.

What is the HOSA core values for learning?

We value learning. We are committed to learning and becoming respected, knowledgeable and skilled health professionals. We will respect the experiences and contributions of our teachers, peers and patients and seek to learn from them.

What is the HOSA core values for Leadership?

We value leadership. We will serve as role models in our academic program, profession and community. We will be ethical, accountable and trustworthy. We will use our influence to empower others to strive for excellence.

What is the HOSA core values for service?

We value service. We are dedicated to serving others with compassion. We believe that individuals are important, and we will treat everyone with respect and care.

What is the HOSA core values for innovation?

We value innovation. We are dedicated to enriching the lives of others. We will continuously seek the knowledge and skills to address challenges and improve the health professions.

What are the goals that HOSA believes are vital to each member?

To promote physical, mental and social well being.

To develop effective leadership qualities and skills.

To develop the ability to communicate more effectively with people.

To develop character.

To develop responsible citizenship traits.

To understand the importance of pleasing oneself as well as being of service to others.

To build self-confidence and pride in one's work.

To make realistic career choices and seek successful employment in the health care field.

To develop an understanding of the importance in interacting and cooperating with other students and organizations.

To encourage individual and group achievement.

To develop an understanding of current health care issues, environmental concerns, and survival needs of the community, the nation and the world.

To encourage involvement in local, state and national health care and education projects.

To support Health Science Education instructional objectives.

To promote career opportunities in health care.

What is HOSA Theme for 2018-2019?

"Define your purpose"

(history) What year was HOSA established?

1976

What is the HOSA motto?

The Hands of HOSA Mold the Health of Tomorrow

What three symbols does the HOSA emblem have?

A circle, a triangle and the hands.

What does the circle represent on the HOSA emblem?

the continuity of health care

What does the triangle represent on the HOSA emblem?

the three aspects of humankind's well‑being, social, physical and mental

What does the hands represent on the HOSA emblem?

the caring of each HOSA member.

Who designed the HOSA emblem?

Tennessee Association of HOSA.

What is Oklahoma HOSA Theme for 2018-2019?

Minds that Cure. Hearts that Care

Who is the Oklahoma State Adviser?

Debbie Bennett

The National HOSA Bylaws can be amended by:

A 2/3 vote of the national delegate assembly

Which of the following is a way to amend a main motion?

Insert, Strike Out, Strike Out/Insert

HOSA began in what year?

1976

The first HOSA National Leadership Conference was held in 1978 in which city?

Oklahoma City, OK

Where is HOSA National Headquarters now located?

Southlake, TX

The mission of HOSA is to;

Empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration, and experience.

The purpose of HOSA is to

develop leadership and technical HOSA skill competencies through a program of motivation, awareness, and recognition, which is an integral part of the Health Science Education instructional program.

How many HOSA core values are there?

4

What are the core values of HOSA?

Learn, Lead, Serve, Innovate

How many officers are on the Oklahoma HOSA State Officer Team?

10

What is the process to become an Oklahoma HOSA State Officer?

Application, Interview, Cold reading, Written thank you note sample, Knowledge test, Video submission, voting

What is the highest number of secondary students that can serve on the Oklahoma HOSA State Officer Team?

6

What is the 2020-21 National HOSA theme?

Unlock your Potential!

What is the 2020-21 Oklahoma HOSA theme?

Service Beyond Yourself

17. What is the 2020-22 HOSA Service Project?

Be the Match - NMDP (National Marrow Donor Program)

What is the full name of the HOSA organization?

HOSA - Future Health Professionals

In what year did the acronym, "HOSA", change from meaning "Health Occupations Students of America" to, "HOSA-Future Health Professionals"?

2004

According to the Oklahoma HOSA bylaws, Oklahoma HOSA is guided by the

HOSA Advisory Council

What is a HOSA group's official name?

Chapter

The national conference for HOSA is called the

HOSA International Leadership Conference

The Oklahoma HOSA leadership conference that happens in the Fall is called the

Fall Leadership Conference

The Oklahoma Spring Leadership Conference which includes skills competitions is called the

State Leadership Conference

The Oklahoma State Officer Team consists of

President, Vice-President, 4 secondary representatives, 4 post-secondary representatives.

26. What percent of becoming a state officer is based on the HOSA test?

40%

When a chapter has been chartered by National HOSA and has registered, active members, it is said to be

Affiliated

Local HOSA Chapter Officers include all but which of these;

A. President

B. Secretary

C. Chairman

D. Parliamentarian

C. Chairman

Who is "The chief 'Keeper of Order' for the local HOSA Chapter"?

Parliamentarian

What percent must an applicant score in the Interview Selection Process to be slated for an office?

C. 75%

What computer sites are involved in running for state officer?

Tallo, YouTube, and Zoom

The HOSA National Service Project from 2018-20 benefitted

National Pediatric Cancer Foundation

The official list of things that are scheduled to happen in a public meeting is called a/an

Agenda

The official rules and other specific information including rating sheets are found on the national HOSA website under the heading

Competitive Events Guidelines

What are the divisions within HOSA?

Secondary division, Alumni division, professional division, post-secondary division