HOSA is an international student organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Education (HSE) Division of ACTE. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. HOSA's goal is to encourage all health science instructors and students to join and be actively involved in the HSE-HOSA Partnership.

HOSA provides a unique program of leadership development, motivation, and recognition exclusively for secondary, postsecondary, adult, and collegiate students enrolled in health science education and biomedical science programs or have interests in pursuing careers in health professions. HOSA is 100% health care!

Since its inception in 1976, HOSA has grown steadily reaching over 200,000 members through 51 chartered HOSA Associations, American Samoa, Canada, District of Columbia, Germany, Italy, and Puerto Rico.

HOSA is not a club to which a few students in school join. Rather, HOSA is a powerful instructional tool that works best when it is integrated into the HSE  and health science related curriculum and classroom. HSE instructors are committed to the development of the total person. Those who join the HSE-HOSA Partnership recognize the importance of providing students with training far beyond the basic technical skills needed for entry into the health care field. The rapidly changing health care system needs dedicated workers who, in addition to their technical skills, are people-oriented and capable of playing a leadership or followership role as a member of a health care team.

HOSA's mission is especially critical when considering the acute shortage of qualified workers for the health care industry. It is essential that the HSE-HOSA Partnership maintain its momentum and encourage all HSE instructors to integrate HOSA into their curriculum and classrooms.

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HCCTC Robotics Team — a student-led group of builders, coders, and creators pushing the limits of what’s possible with technology. If you're passionate about STEM, problem-solving, or just want to be part of something exciting, this is where your journey begins.

Each year, our team designs, builds, and programs a custom robot to compete in local and regional competitions through VEX. Along the way, students gain hands-on experience in:

• Mechanical Engineering & Construction

• Software Programming (Java, Python, etc.)

• CAD & 3D Design

• Electrical Systems & Troubleshooting

• Strategy, Communication & Teamwork

Robotics at HCCTC is more than just competition — it’s preparation for the future. Team members:

• Develop career-ready skills

• Work with professional mentors

• Compete for scholarships and awards

• Explore real-world STEM careers

• Grow confidence, creativity, and leadership