“Being in HOSA has made me even more excited and passionate about a career in medicine. The most recent HOSA event, the Mid-Winter competition at St. Paul College, sparked a confidence in me that I didn’t know I had. We were given a scenario during the EMT event with a distressed patient and we were expected to be the calm and reliable first responder. The instructors, students, and medical professionals in HOSA are the most supportive and motivating people to be around—they make you want to be your best self. I am so grateful to be given an opportunity to be in such an encouraging program that helps me flourish both academically and personally.”

Spring Lake Park Student