I am so honored to have the opportunity to welcome you to the HOSA year!

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1 CHAPTER SUCCESS GUIDE

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome... 3 HOSA Overview... 4 Key Contact Information... 6 Social Media... 7 Cal-HOSA Board of Directors... 8 Cal-HOSA State Officer Team... 9 Key Events & Dates Calendar of Events Membership Information Starting a HOSA Chapter HOSA Alumni Competitive Events Program National HOSA Event Changes and Modifications Conference Attire Cal-HOSA Competitive Events for State leadership Conference (SLC) Recognition Events National Leadership Conference State Officer Goals Running for HOSA State Office State Officer Programs and Opportunities National Programs and Opportunities Cal-HOSA Scholarships...35 Cal-HOSA Recognition Nominations... 36

3 WELCOME! Dear Cal-HOSA Members and Advisors: I am so honored to have the opportunity to welcome you to the HOSA year! The HOSA theme this year is HOSA: Lead The State Officer Team, the Board of Directors, and the California Department of Education have been working together to provide our incredible members and our dedicated advisors with tools and resources to make this the greatest Cal-HOSA leadership year yet! Now the question is... are you ready to lead? Here is glimpse of Cal-HOSA s future: 1. Social Media. Make sure you are up-to-date with all of the latest Cal-HOSA updates through our social media. You can also use social media to contact us. We love to hear your ideas and thoughts on how we can make a great HOSA year. Cal-HOSA website Cal-HOSA Facebook Page Cal-HOSA Regional Facebook Pages Cal-HOSA Twitter Cal-HOSA YouTube Channel Cal-HOSA Instagram Username: CaliforniaHOSA 2. Leadership Events. Regional Leadership Conferences (RLC s) are a great way for chapters to develop their leadership skills, increase their knowledge about HOSA in an engaging way, and expand their networking. 3. Get Involved. Every HOSA member has an opportunity waiting to be found. The State Pin Design Contest, Barbara James/President s Volunteer Service Award, HOSA Internship at the Office of the U.S. Surgeon General, and more amazing opportunities are all ways you can start your future now. Many new opportunities are coming your way! Stay tuned for announcements as to how these opportunities can be taken advantage of for each chapter or member. Cal-HOSA, let s make this the best year HOSA has ever had! Sincerely, Alberto Vargas President 3

4 HOSA OVERVIEW HOSA: Future Health Professionals is the premier organization for student leaders pursuing careers in the healthcare industry. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. History, Size and Reach Founded in 1976 as Health Occupations Students of America, HOSA: Future Health Professionals reached its goal of approximately 170,000 members in with more than 4,000 secondary and postsecondary/collegiate chapters across the nation. Cal-HOSA was founded in 1986 and continues to be one of the fastest growing states in the nation with over 5,200 of California s finest students from over 100 schools throughout the state. Cal-HOSA also has chapters that participate at the middle school level through our Junior Upcoming Medical Professionals (JUMP) program. Endorsements HOSA is endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education, California Department of Education, the Health Science Education Division of the Association for Career and Technical Education, National Consortium for Health Science Education, the National Association of Secondary School Principals and over 50 other health-related partners and industry associations. Mission The mission of HOSA is to enhance the delivery of compassionate, quality health care by providing opportunities for knowledge, skill and leadership development of all health science education students, therefore, helping the student meet the needs of the healthcare community. Intra-curricular HOSA is a national organization that operates as an integral component of the health science education curriculum. Through HOSA s network of state and local chapters, HOSA provides powerful instructional tools, recognition, leadership, networking, scholarships, and connections to the healthcare industry to thousands of members across the U.S. 4

5 Through the HOSA Competitive Events Program members compete in teams or as individuals in over 45 different events related to all aspects of health care. HOSA is integrated into the Health Science Education curriculum to develop and recognize smart, dedicated, and passionate future health professionals. HOSA offers numerous health leadership conferences and professional development opportunities including the National Leadership Conference (NLC) which will be held in Anaheim, California for 2015; Washington Leadership Academy (WLA) for State Officers held in Washington, DC; HOSA University, which is offered at the NLC; Regional Leadership Conferences; and the State Leadership Conferences. Facts HOSA is one of California s six Career Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) along with FFA, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), DECA, SkillsUSA, and FHA-HERO. Dr. Jim Koeninger is the National HOSA Executive Director. HOSA is the largest healthcare related student organization in America concentrating 100% of its mission and programs on developing future health professionals and leaders. Nationwide there are approximately 170,000 HOSA high school and college members. The U.S. Department of Education endorses HOSA with all state chapters chartered by their respective State Departments of Education. Each year HOSA awards over $400,000 in scholarships and awards on the national and state level to deserving members. National HOSA offers over 50 healthcare industry endorsed competitive events; they are utilized throughout the academic year as instructional resources. HOSA's Competitive Events Program includes four events specifically designed for students with disabilities. The U.S. Surgeon General's office hosts summer internships in Washington, DC for HOSA members annually. The National Theme is HOSA: LEAD

6 KEY CONTACT INFORMATION Cal-HOSA California Department of Education Cindy Beck, State Advisor 1430 N Street, Suite 4202 Sacramento, CA Phone: Fax: cbeck@cde.ca.gov Cal-HOSA Headquarters Carla Cherry P.O. Box Bakersfield, CA Phone: Fax: National HOSA National HOSA Headquarters 548 Silicon Drive, Suite 101, Southlake, TX Phone: HOSA (4672), Fax: hosa@hosa.org National HOSA Staff Dr. Jim Koeninger, Executive Director Karen Koeninger, Deputy Executive Director Jeff Koeninger, Assistant Director Bobby Crandall, Director of Technology Bergen Morehouse, Manager Competitive Events Nancy Allen, Associate Director Dennis Van Peeren, Director of Finance HOSA Supply Service Awards Unlimited Phone: , Fax: , Website: Supplies all chapter materials, member emblematic supplies, and official HOSA blazers. Websites Cal-HOSA: National HOSA: California Department of Education: Health Careers Resource Consortium: 6

7 SOCIAL MEDIA Username - CaliforniaHOSA 7

8 CAL-HOSA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Cindy Beck State Advisor California Department of Education Kelly Roe Chair So Cal Industry Representative Kaiser Permanente Debbie Curtin Past Chair Pasadena Cindi Dolan Region 5 Representative Vista del Lago High School cdolan@mvusd.net Billie Jo Espitia Postsecondary Representative Southeast ROP snottylotty@msn.com Gustavo Loera, Ed.D. No Cal Industry Representative UC Davis gustavoloera@gmail.com Wes Muller Region 1 Representative Chair Elect Oakmont High School wmuller@rjuhsd.us Terri Ann Sullivan Region 4 Representative Academy of Medical Arts at Carson tas7644@lausd.net Jennifer Titus Region 2 Representative Casa Grande High School jtitusbio@yahoo.com Tonya Pennebaker Region 3 Representative Dinuba High School tpennebaker@dinuba.k12.ca.us Wendy Watt Healthcare Pathway Representative Apple Valley High School wendy_watt@avusd.org Alberto Vargas State President alberto.calhosa@gmail.com 8

9 CAL-HOSA STATE OFFICER TEAM Joshua Bailey Region 5/Parliamentarian Isabella Garcia-Mendez Region 1/Treasurer Christina Noack Vice President Iyesha Puri Region 2/Secretary Jamie Ellen Stapp Region 3/Historian Alberto Vargas President Elizabeth Zhang Region 4/Public Relations 9

10 KEY EVENTS & DATES Regional Leadership Conferences (RLC) Start the year off right with the Regional Leadership Conferences! Regional Leadership Conferences are designed for all chapter officers, members, and potential members to learn about HOSA, leadership, and opportunities in the year to come. Registration Fee: $15 per person for students and advisors plus $10 per chapter Registration Deadline: September 30, 2014 for Regions 3 and 4 October 18, 2014 for Regions 1, 2, and 5 Region 1: October 25, Venture Academy/San Joaquin County Office of Ed October 25, Mission Valley Regional Occupational Palmdale High School : October 4, LA Community College District s Van de Kamp Innovation Center October 25, College of the Desert State Pin Design Contest Entry Deadline: December 1, 2014 Every year Cal-HOSA creates a state pin used as the State Leadership Conference pin and as the official trading pin for the state during the National Leadership Conference. Members are encouraged to create a pin design that captures HOSA, California, and the national theme. The state officer team will select the top 3 designs, which will be presented to the SLC Committee who will then choose the winning design. The winning design will be used as the inspiration for the official trading pin of California. entries to headquarters.calhosa@gmail.com. Regional Online Testing HOSA Competitive Events allow members to showcase their skills, knowledge, and leadership abilities in healthcare related events. To help students prepare for objective test competitions, Cal-HOSA offers the regional online testing opportunity for students to experience the online testing series. Note: affiliation must be completed prior to online testing. Registration Fee: $5 per test, up to two tests per student Registration Deadline: January 14, 2015 Online Testing Window: January 19, 2015 to January 25,

11 State Leadership Conference (SLC) The capstone experience in Cal-HOSA is the State Leadership Conference. Over 2,100 students from all over California attend to participate in leadership sessions, competitive events, and networking. More information can be found under the Competitive Events section. Registration Fee: $100 for students and advisors Registration Deadline: March 5, 2015 NO LATE REGISTRATIONS No refunds after March 6, 2015 Online Testing Window (select events): March 10 to March 19, 2015 NO EXTENSIONS Date & Location: Sacramento, March 26-29, 2015 Future HOSA National Leadership Conferences: 2016: June Gaylord Opryland Hotel Nashville, Tennessee 2017: June Disney s Coronado Springs Resort Orlando, Florida National Leadership Conference (NLC) The HOSA National Leadership Conference is a highlight of the HOSA year. Over 8,000 secondary and post-secondary/collegiate students, advisors, and industry leaders gather for four days of HOSA excitement. State medalists at NLC compete in one of HOSA s competitive events and the top competitors in each event are recognized for their outstanding achievements. Others may participate in workshops, courtesy corps and other events. In addition to the competitive events, many students and advisors participate in HOSA National Leadership University and the Education Symposiums. Registration Fee: To be determined by National HOSA Intent to Compete Deadline: April 15, 2015 Registration Deadline: May 13, 2015 Date & Location: June 24-27, 2015 Anaheim Hilton, California 11

12 CALENDAR OF EVENTS September 20-29, 2014 September 21-23, 2014 September 27, 2014 October 4, 2014 Washington Leadership Academy STEM Symposium State Leadership Conference (SLC) Planning Meeting, NOCROP Regional Leadership Conferences (RLCs) Region 3, Palmdale High School Region 4, LA Community College District s Van de Kamp Innovation Center October 10-12, 2014 October 15, 2014 October 18, 2014 October 25, 2014 UC Davis PreMedicine/PreHealthcare National Conference HOSA 100 Club registration due New Advisor Orientation, North Orange County ROP Regional Leadership Conferences (RLCs) Region 1, Venture Academy, San Joaquin County Office of Ed. Region 2, Mission Valley ROP Region 5, College of the Desert November 3-9, 2014 November 7, 2014 November 15, 2014 December 1, 2014 HOSA Week Competitive Events (CE) Meeting, NOCROP New Advisor Orientation, CDE, 1430 N St, Sacramento Pin Design DUE with HOSA: LEAD theme 12

13 CALENDAR OF EVENTS January 2, 2015 January 8-14, 2015 January 9-11, 2015 January 19-25, 2015 March 1-3, 2015 March 5, 2015 March 5, 2015 March 5, 2015 March 10-19, 2015 March 26-29, 2015 April 15, 2015 May 13, 2015 May 29-31, 2015 June 24-27, 2015 June 28 30, 2015 SLC Registration opens Regional Online Testing Registration State Officer Training, Sacramento Regional Online Testing Week Educating for Careers Conference Sacramento, CA SLC registration closes NO EXTENSIONS! Student officer application submission deadline Scholarship application submission deadline SLC online testing NO EXTENSIONS! State Leadership Conference Sacramento, CA NLC Intent to Compete Deadline NLC Registration Deadline State Officer Training Sacramento, CA National Leadership Conference Anaheim, CA Health Science Educators Institute, Anaheim, CA 13

14 MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION Since 1995, Cal-HOSA has grown from 1,179 members to over 5,200 in 2014 and to over 112 chapters! The membership year was Cal-HOSA s largest membership year to date. The challenge has been set for to continue the trend and help Cal-HOSA reach another record year of membership growth. Initial Affiliation Application To be an officially recognized Cal-HOSA Chapter, the following requirements must be met: Submit Initial Affiliation Application Complete application through the National HOSA Online Affiliation System Annual Fees Affiliation fees are $20 per member and $25 per advisor. The National HOSA affiliation fee is $10 per member. The Cal-HOSA affiliation fee is $10 per member and $15 per advisor. Submit payment for National HOSA and Cal-HOSA Affiliation Fees Send payment for both Cal-HOSA and HOSA to: National HOSA 548 Silicon Drive, Suite 101 Southlake, TX Chapter Membership Recognition HOSA 100 Recognition. Cal-HOSA Chapters are encouraged to affiliate early in the year to achieve HOSA 100 status and be recognized in the HOSA Spring E-Magazine. Cal-HOSA chapters must meet the requirements listed above by October 15, HOSA 100% Affiliation. Chapters that affiliate 100% of their Health Science students with HOSA will be recognized as a member of the HOSA 100% Affiliation and will be listed on the HOSA website. 14

15 Affiliation Application Instructions The affiliation application is an easy online process. 1. Go to the National HOSA website at 2. Click the login link on the top right of the home screen. 3. Click on Local Chapter Advisors. 4. Enter your charter number and password to begin the affiliation process. 5. Read the Chapter Affiliation Instructions (if necessary). 6. Select Complete the Affiliation Application from the options. 7. Complete all necessary information and add members as appropriate. 8. Select view and print an affiliation account statement, then submit the invoice to your accounting department for payment. 9. Make checks payable to national HOSA. Both national and state affiliation fees are payable to national HOSA who will then rebate the California fees directly to Cal-HOSA. Starting a HOSA Chapter How can you start a chapter at your school? Essential requirements: 1. Acquire administrative support from your school. 2. Establish the chapter advisor and/or co-advisor. 3. Start your chapter small: 5 members and an advisor are the minimum number to start Create your own chapter bylaws (template on website) must be on file with Cal-HOSA Headquarters Online affiliation must be completed 4. Elect officers for your chapter President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Parliamentarian Historian 5. Affiliation fees: $20 per student, $10 goes to the state, and $10 to national organization. Advisor fees are $25.00 (you must be a national member as well as a state member 15

16 6. Develop a Program of Work (calendar of activities) Community service Timeline of required dates (membership due dates) Fundraising events 7. Develop a budget for the year Determine where monies will be deposited (school) Some schools take an administrative fee, 10% to 20% is typical Make sure that there are always two people counting money one of whom should include the advisor ROP s usually do not charge any fees to keep money in a student body account 8. Student Recruitment Interested health science students Current state officer(s) can visit and introduce HOSA to students Many schools have club rush. Make sure to find out when this occurs, because this may be early in the year and you don t want to be left out Demonstrations of Competitive Events 9. Fundraising Fundraising activities vary with each chapter Cal-HOSA offers a fundraising handbook at cal-hosa.org If you are interested in technical assistance regarding starting a Cal-HOSA chapter at your school, call Headquarters at and someone will be happy to assist you. 16

17 HOSA ALUMNI Former members of HOSA are encouraged to become alumni members! Any student that is a HOSA member graduating from high school or completing their postsecondary/collegiate program is eligible to become a HOSA Alumni member. Alumni members have the privileges of active members with the exception that they cannot vote, hold office, or compete. Membership provides the following benefits: Create professional networking opportunities Conduct workshops Serve as judges at state and national leadership conferences Serve as a mentor to a HOSA member Be involved in state and national activities where they exist Suggested participation includes: Assisting the advisor of your local chapter Volunteering to assist in activities at the regional, state, and national level Serving as a local chapter mentor Judging events Serving as a competitive event section leader Assisting with Courtesy Corps Presenting and/or assisting with workshops Connecting your healthcare agency to Cal-HOSA Providing testimonials of how HOSA has impacted your life How to become a HOSA Lifetime Alumni Member: Complimentary Alumni membership is available at both the state and national level Go to and affiliate as an Alumnus 17

18 COMPETITIVE EVENTS PROGRAM Cal-HOSA is aligned with the National HOSA Competitive Events program following National HOSA s guidelines for all competitive events offered through California s competitive event program. The competitive events program provides members the opportunity to showcase their skills, knowledge, and leadership abilities in over 35 different healthcare related events and six recognition events. The competitive events program recognizes members for their excellence in competition on the state and national level. The top three competitors/teams from events in California qualify to compete at HOSA s NLC. Cal-HOSA s competitive event eligibility, please see page 32. Our regional online testing series is offered in the winter and it allows members to complete in two online tests. Regional testing is not a pre-qualifier for SLC competition. HOSA s competitive events are divided into six categories: 1. Health Science 2. Health Professions 3. Emergency Preparedness 4. Leadership 5. Teamwork 6. Recognition Please note: not all national HOSA competitive events are offered in California. See CE at a glance on the Cal-HOSA website for a brief description of California events offered. Visit National HOSA s website and review the current edition of the HOSA Handbook Section B for competitive event guidelines. How to Prepare for a Competitive Event In preparation for competitive events, Cal-HOSA members should follow these tips: 1. Connect with your individual Cal-HOSA Chapter Advisor and let him/her know about your interest in entering a competitive event at the State Leadership Conference (SLC). 2. Review the National Competitive Events Program and select the event that is consistent with your program of study and career objective. 3. Review the current edition of event guidelines, and specifically concentrate on the General Rules and Regulations in preparing for the event. For up-to-date event guidelines, go to Event Guidelines are dated at the bottom of the page with the current school year. 18

19 4. Study the detailed guidelines and the judge's rating sheet(s) to know the criteria by which competitors are evaluated. 5. Practice, practice, practice the event at the local chapter level before competing at the SLC. 6. Talk with other members who participated in a SLC competition previously and gain as much as possible from their experiences.. 7. Ask your chapter advisor to conduct competitive event simulations in the classroom to allow all members to have an event experience. 8. Know all rules and procedures for the competitive event in which you are entering to avoid disqualification or point deductions. 9. Enter the state competition and carefully review all instructions for competitive event participants. 10. Bring a copy of the Competitive Event Guidelines to the competition either on print or on smart phone. 11. Enjoy the competition. The real benefit of competition is realized in the preparation. Cal-HOSA Competitive Events Health Science Events: Tests for this category are conducted online prior to the SLC date Dental Terminology Medical Math Medical Reading Medical Spelling Medical Terminology Knowledge Test: Human Growth & Development Knowledge Test: Medical Law and Ethics Knowledge Test: Pathophysiology Knowledge Test: Pharmacology Knowledge Test: Nutrition Knowledge Test: Transcultural Health Care Health Professions Events: Biomedical Laboratory Science Clinical Nursing Dental Science Medical Assisting Nursing Assisting Sports Medicine CHOOSE ONE FROM EVENT LISTS ABOVE (OPTIONAL) 19

20 CHOOSE ONE FROM EVENT LISTS BELOW (OPTIONAL) Emergency Preparedness Events: CERT Skills CPR/First Aid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Public Health Leadership Events: Extemporaneous Health Poster Extemporaneous Writing Healthy Lifestyle Job Seeking Skills Medical Photography Prepared Speaking Researched Persuasive Speaking Teamwork Events: Biomedical Debate Health Career Display Community Awareness Creative Problem Solving Forensic Medicine Health Education HOSA Bowl Public Service Announcement Recognition Events: CHOOSE AS MANY AS ARE APPLICABLE Barbara James Service Award Health Care Issues Exam Online prior to the SLC date HOSA Happenings: Multimedia Chapter Communication Event National Service Project Outstanding HOSA Chapter (Now includes HOSA Week) Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Volunteer 20

21 NATIONAL HOSA EVENT CHANGES AND MODIFICATIONS The following are National HOSA event changes and modifications. Cal-HOSA follows the national guidelines for events. Event Barbara James Service Award & MRC Volunteer Recognition Biomedical Debate Update Guideline updates to include: NobleHour will no longer be used - HOSA Activity Tracking System will now record volunteer hours. Refer to the Member and Advisor Instruction Sheets for step-by-step instructions. President s Volunteer Service Award to be a local process topic: E-cigarettes More harmful to your health than regular cigarettes Biotechnology Event name changed to Biomedical Laboratory Science A new skill has been added called Preparing a Laboratory Solution CERT Skills Community Awareness Creative Problem Solving Extemporaneous Writing Health Career Display NIMS Curriculum has been deleted as official resource The required portfolio pages have been modified. The portfolio will have a maximum of 7 pages; 2 pages are required and 5 are optional. Timing revisions were made as follows: A) Judge interview decreased to 5 minutes B) Judge questions decreased to 1 minute C) Judge s time complete rating sheets decreased to 4 minutes The presentation by teams has been reduced to 8 minutes. The time for judges to complete the rating sheet has been increased to 2 minutes. Competitors will bring their own laptop computers with Microsoft Word and essays will be word processed, submitted on a HOSA provided flash drive, may be checked for plagiarism, and printed for the judges. A round 1 rubric has been added for the display, with the top scoring teams advancing to round 2, and all competitors participating in the Showcase. No sharps may be used in the displays. 21

22 HOSA Happenings Job Seeking Skills The maximum number of pages for the print newsletter has increased to eight (8) and the website pages (printed) to eight (8). The Judge interview has been reduced to 5 minutes. Knowledge Test: Human Growth & Development will be the last year with the resource Dacey s Human Development Across the Lifespan. A new resource has been added: Growth & Development Across the Lifespan by Leifer & Hartston. The test plan is revised. Medical Assisting Medical Photography This event has been completely revised. All the skills are new except for Sterile Gloving. The 8 skills are as follows: 1. Perform a telephone screening 2. Receive a new patient and create an electronic chart 3. Obtain and record a patient health history 4. Measure height and weight 5. Prepare/assist with a routine physical exam 6. Screen for visual acuity 7. Test urine with reagent strip 8. Put on sterile gloves A round 1 rubric has been added for the photos, with the top scoring competitors advancing to round 2, and all competitors participating in the Showcase. Medical Reading Medical Reading Living and Dying in Brick City by Sampson Davis, M.D. What Every Body is Saying by Joe Navarro How They Croaked by Georgia Bragg The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen Throwaway Players by Gay Culverhouse Prepared Speaking and Speaking Skills topic: HOSA: Lead! 22

23 Public Health topic: Second-Hand Stress Public Service Announcement Researched Persuasive Speaking Rule Clarification Notecards Time Warnings Is stress contagious? Can you catch it from your neighbor? Is it a threat to your health? Is it something that is preventable? topic: Concussions: Prevention, Recognition, and Treatment A tiebreaker process was added topics: Childhood Vaccines: Parent Choice? Should Children Play Contact Sports? Teams may not compete with fewer than the minimum number of team members. For all events that permit the use of notecards, students may now use electronic notecards (smart phone, tablet, etc.) All events, except skill events and written tests, will now have a 1-minute time warning. General Rules & Regulations Communication Rule It is the competitor s responsibility to communicate fully and effectively with judges. In spelling events, this may include verbalizing capitalization, separate words, and punctuation. For skill events, this may include thinking out loud so that judges are clear on why the competitors are doing what they are doing. Sample Test Questions Sample test questions are included in the event guidelines found in the HOSA Handbook Section B. Most Current Guidelines All event guidelines were updated in September Changes are often made during the National Competitive Events Committee Meeting in January 2014 and they are effective immediately. If changes are made, a note is made under Event Updates at the top of Section B at and the date at the bottom of the guidelines is updated. All competitors are encouraged to do a final verification of guidelines on February 15, It is the responsibility of the competitor to assure that they are using the most current event guidelines 23

24 CONFERENCE ATTIRE Official Dress Code for ALL General Sessions This policy is for student delegates and advisors. Chaperones, family members, and guests are not required to wear the HOSA uniform. HOSA Uniform Policy Tailored navy blazer or navy suit with emblem affixed over the heart Matching navy slacks for males and matching navy slacks or skirts for females Shirt/blouse for females (white tailored or short-sleeve white jewel neck shell) Shirt for males - white closed-neck, man-tailored dress shirt, suitable for use with a tie Accent for female delegates - maroon HOSA scarf or tie is optional, but not required Accent for male delegates - navy or maroon long tie Closed-toe blue or black shoes (hose optional) Please note that flip-flops or skirts that are above the knees will not be allowed on stage or in competition Hair is to be neat and off the collar Competitive Event Dress Attire Delegates must adhere to the Dress Code as specified in the individual competitive event guidelines for the orientation and event in which they are competing. Exceptions are as noted in the event guidelines. Please note that flip-flops or skirts that are above the knees will not be allowed on stage or in competition. Other Conference Attire Conference delegate attire should be proper and appropriate since it reflects directly upon the Cal-HOSA State Association and the National HOSA. Conference delegates are to wear HOSA uniforms or appropriate business attire to all conference activities except where special dress codes are noted. Under no circumstances will blue jeans (regular or skinny jeans), jeggings, shorts, or other casual attire be accepted at any conference function, except where special dress codes are noted. Delegates dressed in such casual attire will not be permitted to participate in official HOSA conference meetings. 24

25 Tips for Dress Code Success No dress code can cover all contingencies, therefore HOSA members must use a certain amount of judgment in their choice of clothing. HOSA members who experience uncertainty about acceptable HOSA attire should ask his/her HOSA local advisor. Here are a few more tips to help you understand the HOSA Dress Code. No denim clothing or canvas shoes will be acceptable unless noted otherwise. Jeggings, and leggings of any color are never acceptable at SLC. Shorts are NOT acceptable. Casual tank or tube tops, t-shirts, sweat pants/shirts, or tennis shoes are never acceptable. Business-casual attire may include khaki pants and polo tops. Clothing should be pressed and never wrinkled. Torn, cut, dirty, or frayed clothing is unacceptable. Any clothing that has words, terms, or pictures that may be offensive to HOSA delegates or guests is unacceptable. Flip-flops and sandals are not permitted. Definition of Flip-Flops: Flip-flops and thong sandals are flat, backless, made of rubber or leather, plain or embellished with beads, etc., consisting of a flat sole held loosely on the foot by a Y- shaped strap, like a thin thong, that passes between the first (big) and second toes and around either side of the foot. CAL-HOSA COMPETITIVE EVENTS FOR SLC 2015 For the 2015 SLC, students may compete in any combination of the following: ONE Health Science Event or Health Professions Event and ONE individual or team Event and AND unlimited Recognition Events (includes Health Care Issues Exam) SLC Tests Online For the Health Science events (except Medical Spelling, Health Professions events, and round two which will take place on site at the SLC) and the Health Care Issues Exam, testing will be completed online prior to the State Leadership Conference. 25

26 Mark your calendars! The online testing window for the Health Science events AND Health Professions, and the Health Care Issues Exam will be March 10, 2015 to March 19, Please take note there will be no extensions this year. Students who are planning to compete in these events must take the tests online. There will be no testing for these events on site at the State Leadership Conference. PLEASE TAKE NOTE Students MUST ATTEND the SLC to receive their awards. Proctors: Advisors cannot serve as test proctors. During the registration process, you will need to select a proctor who will administer the tests to your students. They will receive instructions via for test administration. If you do not register a proctor, you run the risk of not receiving testing materials for your students. RECOGNITION EVENTS HOSA s Recognition Events are designed to recognize members and chapters for outstanding work in HOSA and HOSA related projects. Recognition in these events is earned at the State Leadership Conference. Those receiving recognition at the state level are automatically recognized at the National Leadership Conference. Students and chapters may participate in as many recognition events as they wish. The recognition events offered by Cal-HOSA are: Barbara James Service Award Health Care Issues Exam HOSA Happenings National Service Project Outstanding HOSA Chapter (Now includes National HOSA Week) MRC Volunteer Recognition Barbara James Service Award Purpose: To encourage Health Science students to become contributing members of their communities by performing community service. Description: The Barbara James Service Award is in memory of Barbara James, HOSA, Inc. Board Chair. Her leadership skills and contributions to HOSA exemplified the caring and compassion of HOSA members. This award seeks to recognize individual HOSA members whose commitment to community service is worthy of recognition. 26

27 Health Care Issues Exam Purpose: To encourage Health Science students to investigate, analyze and apply their knowledge of current healthcare-related issues. Description: This event shall be in the form of a 50 item multiple choice test and one essay question that will be graded only to break a tie. All questions will be written at a level to measure thinking skills. Competitors will have 60 minutes to complete the test. HOSA Happenings Purpose: This is a communication event. The goal is to communicate information about the HOSA chapter in a manner that celebrates the members and their achievements, as well as shares information with readers that is health science-related. Description: Chapters will tell the story of their HOSA- chapter Future Health Professionals throughout the year, using a print newsletter, an electronic newsletter, or a website. For this recognition event, chapters will select ONE (1) newsletter (print or electronic) or a website, to be judged at the state level, and will follow the state s instructions for event submission. All submissions that reach a pre-determined standard will be awarded a Certificate of Excellence. National Service Project Leukemia & Lymphoma Society The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the world s largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer. The LLS mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world and provides free information and support services. To learn more about how to get involved, contact the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 27

28 Outstanding HOSA Chapter Purpose: To encourage local HOSA chapters to achieve the goals of HOSA by implementing a plan of work with a focus on the development of leadership skills, career opportunities, and service learning among chapter members, and to document their achievements in the form of a chapter scrapbook. Description of Event: HOSA chapter members create a scrapbook to record and preserve their chapter s achievements during a single school year. Chapters earn points for properly documenting chapter activities in the scrapbook as described in the event rating sheets. Chapters who earn the required number of points are recognized as an Outstanding HOSA Chapter. The scrapbook serves as a yearbook to be kept by the chapter and shared with future chapter members. HOSA Week November 3-9, 2014 This week has been designated National HOSA Week. Please download the HOSA Week Proclamation at listed under the Outstanding HOSA Chapter event. Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Volunteer Purpose: The purpose of the event is to initiate and/or grow a partnership between a local chapter of the Medical Reserve Corps and HOSA chapter members. Description of Event: The MRC Volunteer Recognition is designed to encourage individual HOSA members and chapters to participate with the Medical Reserve Corps. This opportunity will promote and support the mission of HOSA, the mission of the Medical Reserve Corps, and the priorities of the United States Surgeon General. The event will consist of HOSA members participating in one or more activities with the Medical Reserve Corps, and then reporting the activity through an online submission process. 28

29 NATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE The annual National Leadership Conference (NLC) brings together thousands of future health professionals from across the country. This conference features: Exciting general sessions; Educational and social learning activities; Leadership academies; Tours to healthcare facilities; Exhibits presented by professional healthcare associations; The National Competitive Events program; The annual business of the national student organization of HOSA by the national voting delegates; The Educational Symposium workshops presented by professional partners that provide information about current health care issues; Opportunities to meet people from across the United States and Puerto Rico with similar career goals; Fun, excitement, recognition, and opportunity for HOSA members! Eligibility All members registered by the Cal-HOSA NLC deadline are eligible to attend NLC. For competitive events, Cal-HOSA may send the top three competitors/teams in each event to compete at NLC. To be eligible to compete, chapters must complete every step in the registration process including the Intent to Compete form and online conference registration. NLC Registration Process National HOSA provides registration information and deadlines however, it is important to adhere to Cal-HOSA s process and deadlines in order to be eligible to attend. Chapters are responsible for registering students for events and confirming chapter details. Registration must be completed by the Cal-HOSA deadline as a validation process takes place immediately after the deadline. State Winners List Following the State Leadership Conference, Cal-HOSA publishes the winners list. The top three individuals or teams in each event are eligible to compete at Nationals. However, if a competitor decides not to attend NLC, Cal-HOSA will select the next eligible competitor to attend. This means that members placing fourth or fifth may still have the opportunity to compete at nationals. 29

30 Intent to Compete Competitors from each event who received first, second, third, fourth, or fifth place should have an Intent to Compete form completed, even if the competitor(s) may not attend NLC. This form serves as official notification to Cal-HOSA regarding a competitor s intent to compete at the NLC. This form is important because it assists Cal-HOSA in establishing the final list of competitors and ensures that Cal-HOSA will be fully represented in all competitive events. Any forms not received by the Intent to Compete deadline will be assumed as No, I will not be able to participate... response. Intent to Compete Form Submission Deadline: April 15, 2015 NLC Competitor Notification All Intent to Compete forms will be processed and chapters notified with a final NLC Competitor List. NLC Competitor Notification Release Date: April 22, 2015 NLC Registration Payment Registration payments must be mailed to Cal-HOSA. Please make checks payable to Cal-HOSA, Inc. and mail check to: Cal-HOSA Headquarters P.O. Box Bakersfield, CA DO NOT MAIL YOUR PAYMENT TO NATIONAL HOSA. 30

31 STATE OFFICER GOALS Membership The Cal-HOSA State Officer team aims to expand membership all across California. Cal-HOSA aspires to bring out the full potential in the members that lead this organization. Objectives: Increase overall membership by 10% Establish JUMP, secondary, and postsecondary chapters Assist new and existing chapters with activities resources and motivation strategies Membership Engagement Membership engagement is an important priority for this year. The State Officer team believes that the strength of Cal-HOSA membership is directly impacted by membership involvement. Objectives: Create a Chapter Toolkit State Officer led workshops at Regional Leadership Conferences (RLC) 31

32 Advocacy Raising HOSA awareness on a state and national level is important to the future of HOSA. The Cal-HOSA State Officer team is working with HOSA partners and community supporters to promote HOSA and to seek support and resources for Cal-HOSA. Objectives: Meet with California Legislators to promote California HOSA at the Washington Leadership Academy Provide resources to local chapters to use and to also engage in advocacy efforts Promote and raise awareness of HOSA to industry partners and to the community Communications Communication is the key to a unified state membership. Through active and consistent social media activities, the state officer team will stay connected and provide resources to members, advisors, and HOSA supporters. Objectives: Maintain consistent posts and interactions through Facebook, Twitter, etc., and to provide innovative and educational resources Provide ongoing Social Media campaign to include Humans of California; Healthy HOSA Campaign; Youtube Videos; Monthly Challenges 32

33 RUNNING FOR HOSA STATE OFFICE Become a Chapter, State, or National Leader of HOSA If your dream is to be a future health professional, community leader, or public servant then getting involved in the HOSA Officer Leadership Program is for you. Get started at the local level as a chapter officer or a committee member. Take the extra step to become a state officer or even a national officer. As an officer you will receive training, plan incredible projects, meet with civic and industry leaders, lead service projects, design public relations and communication efforts, and assist in planning leadership conferences. Anyone willing to make this kind of commitment and has the drive to succeed, and dedication to get the job done should seriously consider running for state office. If considering, it is recommended that members consult with their local advisor to obtain their opinion and their advice. Those who decide to run for office can be assured that holding state office will be one of the most memorable experiences of their life as well as one of the most effective career preparation experiences they could ever have while in high school. National Officer Selection Process Members wishing to take their HOSA involvement to the highest level can serve on the National Executive Council. National officers are the ambassadors of HOSA and represent the 150,000+ HOSA members. Any Cal-HOSA member interested in running for national office must first follow the process of running for the state office. If successfully elected to the state office, the State Advisor will interview the candidate and then have the option of endorsing them to run for national office. STATE OFFICER PROGRAMS AND OPPORTUNITIES Chapter Visits The state officers may be available to visit your local chapter. Having a state officer visit a local chapter connects that state officer with local members all the while giving the state officer an opportunity to promote state and national conferences, programs, and initiatives. State officers can discuss a particular event, explain HOSA to a new chapter or class, and encourage students to get involved. Oftentimes chapters can connect with a state officer s passion, excitement, and commitment to HOSA and use it to foster those same feelings at the local level. To request a visit, your request to headquarters.calhosa@gmail.com. 33

34 NATIONAL PROGRAMS AND OPPORTUNITIES HOSA Internship in the Office of the U. S. Surgeon General The HOSA Internship in the Office of the U.S. Surgeon General is available to HOSA members and advisors who want an opportunity to interact with leading professionals within the Office of the Surgeon General (OSG) and the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps (USPHS CC). For a short period of time, interns are able to experience first-hand the mission of the OSG and Office responsibilities carried out by USPHS CC s who are set out to protect and promote a healthy nation. HOSA Interns will shadow OSG staff and take on a project that directly benefits the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). HOSA seeks to provide its members with an experience that exposes them to the many career paths and opportunities found within HHS, OSG, USPHS CC. Interns will also gain high level exposure by observing the role the government has in formulating and delivering federal policy. The next round of internships will occur in summer of Visit for more information. HOSA E-Magazine The HOSA E-Magazine is the official publication of National HOSA for its members, advisors, partners and supporters. The E-Magazine includes articles and information on chapter spotlights, alumni success stories, HOSA partners, healthcare related news, HOSA conferences, events, and opportunities, and more. Many of the articles are written by individual members and every chapter is encouraged to write and submit an article. The E-Magazine is published three times a year and articles can be sent to hosa@hosa.org at any time for inclusion in the next issue. Visit and select E-Magazine from the Resources tab to view the latest E-Magazine. 34

35 CAL-HOSA SCHOLARSHIPS PLEASE CHECK THE CAL-HOSA WEBSITE FOR SCHOLARSHIP UPDATES Purpose Number of Scholarships Awarded Scholarship Amount Eligibility Requirements: GPA Verified by school transcript Letters of Recommendation Community Service Requirement Personal Essay on topic provided Additional Requirements Cal-HOSA Merit Scholarship To promote excellence in health science careers education, community service, and HOSA involvement 2: 1 secondary and 1 postsecondary Cedars Sinai Leadership Scholarship To promote leadership development for state and national officers Inez Tenzer Nursing Scholarship To promote postsecondary nursing education and training for Cal-HOSA members Jacob Hefter Memorial Scholarship To promote excellence in health science careers education, community service, and HOSA involvement Varies 1 2 $500 $500 Varies $ letters of recommendation: one (1) from local HOSA advisor and one (1) from a healthcare professional 75 verified hours 75 verified hours 75 verified hours 75 hours during the during the current during the current during the current current HOSA year, HOSA year, 4 of HOSA year, 4 of HOSA year, 4 of which must be which must be which must be focused on dedicated to the dedicated to the dedicated to the community national service national service national service healthcare needs project project project 500 words words 500 words 500 words Completed Application; Completed Application; Current State or National Officers are not eligible; Must be current senior or postsecondary student. Must be or have served as a state or national officer; Must be current senior or postsecondary student. Completed Application; Current State or National Officers are not eligible; Must be current senior or postsecondary student. Completed Application; Current State or National Officers are not eligible; Must be current senior or postsecondary student. To apply, go to and go to the Scholarship link! 35

36 CAL-HOSA RECOGNITION NOMINATIONS PLEASE CHECK THE CAL-HOSA WEBSITE FOR RECOGNITION UPDATES Purpose Cal-HOSA Administrator of the Year To recognize the administrator who goes the extra mile to support the goals and mission of Cal- HOSA; one who supports the advisors and students in an exceptional manner. Cal-HOSA Postsecondary Advisor of the Year To recognize the postsecondary advisor who goes the extra mile to support the goals and mission of Cal- HOSA and supports the students in an exceptional manner. Cal-HOSA Secondary Advisor of the Year To recognize the secondary advisor who goes the extra mile to support the goals and mission of Cal-HOSA and supports the students in an exceptional manner. Cal-HOSA Outstanding Alumni of the Year To recognize the alumni who goes the extra mile to support the goals and mission of Cal- HOSA and supports the students in an exceptional manner. Number Awarded Requirements: Nomination Available online Available online Available online Available online Form Essay/statement 50 words 50 words 50 words 50 words Additional Requirements Must be administrator Must be postsecondary advisor Must be secondary advisor Must be Cal-HOSA Alumni To apply, go to and go to the Recognition Nomination link! 36