About Maryland HOSA
Maryland HOSA is helping develop the next generation of health professionals.
HOSA – Future Health Professionals encourages student leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration, and experience. Through unique programs at the middle school, secondary, post-secondary, and collegiate levels, students have the opportunity to explore careers in the health sciences fields.
HOSA is a professional student-led organization that acts as a powerful instructional tool. Students are given access to classroom activities, job shadow opportunities, internships, and field-based investigations. Through these activities, students gain skills in personal management, problem-solving, communication, teamwork, employment foundations, and career development.
HOSA History
HOSA was first created by six charter states in November 1975. It was officially established in November, 1976, at a Constitutional Convention held in Arlington, Texas, in November, 1976. Attendees at the Constitutional Convention included state CTE supervisors/advisors, teachers and 300 student leaders comprised of six states with nearly 6000 student members focused 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.
HOSA has continued to grow and evolve into a global organization it is today.
Our Impact
Maryland HOSA has impacted nearly 1400 members over the last seven years, showing tremendous growth in membership. Along with membership, Maryland HOSA has also seen a significant increase in participation at the state and international levels. Join the surge by joining or supporting your local chapter!