Washington Leadership Conference (WLA)

Every year, HOSA-Future Health Professionals hosts a capstone leadership experience for HOSA officers and members providing unique experiences through experiential learning, real-world applicability, and networking.

HOSA invites all State Officers and Local Chapter Leaders to join us in Washington, D.C. for the 16th Annual Washington Leadership Academy. WLA features dynamic workshops and interactive activities to teach HOSA leaders to be better advocates of HOSA’s mission and vision. This action-packed experience is the highest level of leadership development for HOSA-Future Health Professionals.

September 27-30, 2024

Fall Leadership Conference (FLC)

What is FLC? Well, the Fall Leadership Conference Fall Leadership Conference (FLC) is all about building connections and realizing your interests in the medical field. The 2023 MN HOSA Fall Leadership Conference is held on November 3 at the Brooklyn Heritage Center. Within FLC, there are various technologies to experiment from, demos and guest speakers, and a multitude of stands and companies to learn from. Some examples include realistic demos on giving birth, information on volunteering, CNA training, and job opportunities. There are also displays of most surgical tools used in live surgeries. Most importantly, FLC is a great opportunity to experience what HOSA is all about and make connections with members from other chapters. With various social and educational events, FLC is the place to set the stage for your HOSA journey.

Fall Leadership Conference – November 1, 2024 – Heritage Center, Brooklyn Center 

Mid-Winter

Mid-winter is the first competitive conference of each HOSA year, there is one held in Rochester and one held in St. Paul aka Metro Mid-Winter, each chapter may only attend one location. It is a precursor to SLC and is meant to give competitors a first taste as to what their events entail. The event isn’t what you thought it would be like? Switch it! There is no commitment here and Midwinter is simply so everyone can try out their event beforehand. In addition, like any HOSA conference, midwinter has many sponsors and many networking opportunities. Look out for stands from Ebenezer, Be The Match, or any other of HOSA’s premier sponsors! There’s always more to look forward to too.

Rochester Mid-Winter – January 10, 2024 – Heintz Center – RCTC 

Metro Mid-Winter – January 8, 2024 – Anoka Technical College 

MRC Camp

The Medical Reserve Corps fits well within HOSA’s Goals and  HOSA’s two-fold mission to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. MN HOSA MRC has goals of education to learn to prepare themselves for disasters and teach others to  be prepared for disasters in their homes, schools, communities or state. The courses reflect this including First Aid, CPR, Psychological First Aid, DRAT (Disaster Readiness Action for Teens), ICS 200 & 700 and other Public Health related courses that will benefit them now in preparing for HOSA events as well as preparing them to be educated  volunteers in the times of man-made or natural disasters.

Dealing with Public Health issues in areas of Drugs and Alcohol and Stress have been added this year to help HOSA members be educated on situations that they are experiencing in their communities and hearing about in the news with a better understanding on what to look for and how to react to each situation.
Our goal is to have the Most Highly Qualified Health Professionals in all areas of healthcare right in our backyard and to step in to the needed professions that are experiencing shortages and to be good community leaders.

Through the MN HOSA MRC, members are trained in camps and workshops throughout the year which gives them the opportunities to return to their communities to teach others through mentoring in schools, teaching all age groups about Emergency Preparedness and holding camps for kids in the summer.
Our Emergency Preparedness Endeavors would not be possible without our partners which include The Department of Health- Officer of Emergency Preparedness and Behavioral Health, Department of Health and Human Services, the MN National Guard, Community Emergency Response Teams, and many volunteer Health Professionals.

MRC – Date TBD

State Leadership Conference (SLC)

The Minnesota HOSA State Leadership Conference is an enriching and exciting event bringing together future healthcare professionals from across the state. This conference is an essential platform for HOSA members to enhance their leadership skills, network with like-minded individuals, and learn more about the dynamic field of health care. Throughout the conference, participants can engage in a variety of interactive workshops, seminars, and guest lectures led by experienced healthcare professionals and educators. Topics can range from emerging trends in healthcare to career preparedness and personal growth. In addition to the educational components, students will have the opportunity to showcase their medical knowledge and skills in competitive events that cover a wide range of healthcare areas. Winners from these state-level competitions will earn the opportunity to represent Minnesota at the HOSA International Leadership Conference.

State Leadership Conference – March 30th – April 1st – St. Cloud Convention Center, St. Cloud 

Our largest MN HOSA conference of the year is coming to St. Cloud, MN April 7-9 and you are invited to join us!  Through leadership activities, hands-on learning, volunteer and community service and innovative competitive events, over 700 MN HOSA student members from across the state will be attending State Leadership Conference to showcase their skills and build their networks.

Below are four ways you can be a part of developing the next generation of healthcare professionals at this event:

• Workshop Proposals: https://forms.gle/RJMZtYXfbYiSvfMX7  (April 8 & 9)
• College & Career Fair Vendor Registration: https://forms.gle/PiJ3DKQ6bt72xaq29  (April 8)
• Judge & Volunteer Opportunities: https://forms.gle/B24H2BBXySPqbi2V7 (Virtual & in-person)
• Sponsorship Opportunities are attached; in-kind donations of event supplies, giveaways, printing, materials, etc. are always welcome.

International Leadership Conference (ILC)

HOSA-Future Health Professionals, gear up to ignite a spark of transformation! As we step into the thrilling journey of a new year, we have the unique privilege to rewrite the narrative in education and healthcare.

This year is not just a continuation, it is a beacon for groundbreaking traditions, novel perspectives, and pioneering approaches. This is a summons to all HOSA leaders to erase boundaries, re-envision their aspirations, and move ahead with undeterred tenacity.

It’s our time to DARE TO CREATE! Let’s voyage beyond the known, challenging the status quo and stretching the realms of possibilities. Let’s welcome the challenge, defy the ordinary, and unlock our potential.

So gear up, HOSA members, for an audacious journey. The sky is not the limit when we dare to create. Let’s lead with innovation, transform with conviction, and translate our dreams into realities for a healthier, more promising future!

HOSA ILC – June 26-29 – Houston, TX, 2024

June 18th-21 – Nashville, TN, June 18th-21st

International Leadership Conference (ILC)