FAQS
HOW CAN I FIND OUT WHAT TO STUDY FOR THE TEST?
The event guidelines contain a test plan, a list of resources and links to those resources to which you can refer. Since the test questions are taken directly from the listed resources, you will do fine if you follow this advice.
Can't afford so many textbooks? One school made a very specific list of what books they needed, and then found the ordering information on the Event Resources section of the HOSA website. Those lists were sent home, and in 3 weeks, every single book on the list had been donated by parents who saw this as a simple way to make a big contribution. Does your school have a libary? Ask the librarian if they can order the resources for the library, so all students can have access to the resource. Did you also know that you can rent textbooks or purchase books by the chapter? Some publishers have this option. Also, F.A. Davis and Brady Books publishers offer a discounted price for HOSA members. Check out the Event Resources page on the HOSA website.
ARE THERE PRACTICE TESTS AVAILABLE FOR ANY OF THE TESTS?
There are no practice tests available for any of the HOSA events. HOSA members who are successful on any HOSA test have spent hours and hours studying the recommended text resource AND have a sound general understanding of the concepts to be measured on the test. It helps to pay attention to the test plan in the guidelines so you will know where to focus your attention. HOSA has provided sample test questions in the guidelines to familiarize the competitor with the types of questions asked.
WHY DIDN'T I GET RATING SHEETS BACK AFTER INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIVE EVENTS? HOW CAN IIMPROVE FOR NEXT YEAR?
HOSA does not return rating sheets or scores after the International Leadership Conference. The data from judge rating sheets and test scores are analyzed and used in improving events and tests for the future.
Individual rating sheets would not be helpful to you unless you could see the rating sheets of the other competitors. Competitors know where they finished in the top 10 because the results are posted online. If your event has a Round One and you made the cut after Round One that usually means you finished in the top 50%. We do not post placement or scores beyond the top 10 because we want all competitors to feel good about the process that got them to the ILC, not just the end result.
The best way to improve for next year is to work hard! It is usually very helpful to have practice judges evaluate your performance using the HOSA rating sheet, prior to competition. They can give you direct feedback and suggestions for improvement. You can’t get that kind of information from the ILC rating sheets, and it is continuous feedback from healthcare professionals, educators and others who judge your performance that will be the most helpful to you during your journey of becoming a future health professional.
WHAT DOES BEING A MEMBER MEAN?
For our local chapter, it means actively participating in all of the activities, be it volunteering or studying at school. We do have volunteer hours requirements and several projects for which everyone must contribute something, so please keep yourself informed!
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HOW CAN I RUN FOR A BJHS HOSA OFFICER?
Every spring semester, HOSA members are able to sign up to be a candidate for a HOSA officer. Be sure to keep an eye out on Google Classroom, our Forum section, the Upcoming events section, and when applications are out, it will be mentioned during a meeting.
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Before you consider applying for office, be sure you are willing to put in the time and effort to be an officer. If you have activities that may interfere with being an officer, keep in mind that HOSA officers are constantly required to perform multiple tasks throughout the year with meetings, community service, statistics, and more in addition to their schoolwork and extracurricular activities that they are already involved in. Being an officer means that you agree to make HOSA the priority of your duties, and you will be responsible for many things.
WHAT IS HOSA AND WHY SHOULD I JOIN?
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