Middle School Division

The Middle School Division of Florida HOSA is for students in 6th through 8th grades who are interested in health care.  This division of the Florida HOSA organization has been designated as a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) and has been specifically designed to meet the needs of these talented students!

Health Occupation Students of America provides a unique program that helps the individual with LEADERSHIP SKILLS, PHYSICAL, MENTAL, and SOCIAL ENHANCEMENT, EMPLOYMENT, JOB PREPARATION, SELF WORTH, MOTIVATION, AND EMPOWERMENT! 

The Middle School Division of Florida HOSA allows students the opportunity to learn more about the healthcare field.  This information can be used to define a possible future occupation and the skills learned can be used for a lifetime!  HOSA programs are taught in middle and high schools, regional vocational/technical centers, community colleges and universities throughout Florida and the nation.

Since its inception in 1978, Florida HOSA has grown steadily serving both employers and the educational community.  Membership has grown to over 9,700 students (the second largest HOSA State Association in the nation!) with a projected continued increase during the current school term.  Over 96,000 members are involved nationally in this worthwhile training as a vital part of their exploration of, and preparation for, a career in the health field!  Florida is the FIRST state to have a Middle School HOSA Division and we are serving as the MODEL FOR THE NATION!   

The feeling of those who have been involved with HOSA is one of value and satisfaction.  HOSA provides skills that can be used no matter the individual's future career plans.  These LEADERSHIP skills will help the individual to be both successful in employment and citizenship.  The rapidly changing health care system will require workers who are technically skilled and capable of accepting leadership roles.  With the changes in health care, including health care reform, HOSA will be a benefit to anyone choosing to be a member of the health care team. 

 Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is endorsed by the United States and Florida Departments of Education.

Middle School Division

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