SLC-Conference-Guide-2025
SLC-Conference-Guide-2025
2025
HOSA State Leadership
Conference Guide
April 3-5, 2025
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Educational Objectives:
1. Leadership Development
a. Enhance leadership skills through workshops, networking, and participation in events.
b. Learn how to effectively lead and collaborate within teams.
2. Career Exploration
a. Gain insights into health science careers through guest speakers, competitive events, and
hands-on activities.
b. Connect with industry professionals and explore pathways in healthcare.
3. Skill Advancement
a. Develop technical and interpersonal skills through competitive events aligned with health
science standards.
b. Practice problem-solving, communication, and critical thinking in real-world scenarios.
4. Professionalism
a. Learn and adhere to professional dress codes, conduct, and etiquette.
b. Build confidence in presenting oneself in professional and academic settings.
5. Networking Opportunities
a. Interact with peers, advisors, and healthcare professionals from across the state or nation.
b. Foster connections that can lead to mentorship, internships, and future collaborations.
6. Civic Engagement
a. Understand the importance of giving back to the community through HOSA’s service
initiatives.
b. Promote advocacy for health-related causes.
7. Recognition and Motivation
a. Celebrate achievements and gain recognition for individual and chapter accomplishments.
b. Inspire continued growth and engagement in health sciences.
8. Global and Cultural Awareness
a. Appreciate diverse perspectives in healthcare and leadership.
b. Understand the impact of healthcare globally and the importance of cultural competence.
General Guidelines
A. Attendance Eligibility
All HOSA members (State and National dues paid) are eligible to attend the State Leadership
Conference. Each student attending shall be an active member of HOSA and have the approval
of the school administration, chapter advisor, and a parent or guardian unless the student is of
legal age.
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LOCATION:
Albuquerque, NM
• Marriott Pyramid North Albuquerque
5151 San Francisco Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
• UNM Main Campus, Domenici Center
1001 Stanford NE, Building 200, Albuquerque, NM 87901
DATES:
12:30 pm Thursday, April 3, 2025- 8:00 pm Saturday, April 5, 2025 (Times are approximate)
FINANCES:
1. Registration Deadline March 3rd
a. The Purchase Order for REGISTRATION ONLY should be made out to: New Mexico HOSA
,1500 S. Ave K, Portales, NM 88130. NM HOSA W9.
b. The registration fee includes competitive events, facilities rental, audiovisual, conference
materials, supplies for events, judge needs, printing, t-shirts, awards, and other needs
related to the conference.
c. NO REFUNDS after the March 3rd deadline. Cancellations made in writing by the close of
registration will have a 100% refund. Cancellations after this time (through completion of
registration) will be non-refundable.
d. Registration Fees
i. $50.00 – Includes all Secondary (SS) and Middle School (MS) students attending the
conference or competing
ii. $50.00-Advisors (AV) attending the conference
iii. $25.00-Chaperone/Guest (CG) attending conference. Includes a T-shirt.
iv. Free- Guest/Family (GF) for guests and families that will be attending the Awards
Session.
v. Free- State Officers (SO) This is for current state officers only.
vi. Free- State Conference Staff.
e. Other Options
i. HOSA Fun Event at the Main Event located at 4040 Pan American Fwy, NE,
Albuquerque, NM 87107. Join us for 4 hours of HOSA fun and networking
with friends. Friday, April 4, (6:00-10:00 pm) Bowling, Gravity Ropes, Laser
Tag, Billiard, Shuffleboard, and a 1-hour Arcade Fun card. Food is available,
but not included. Tickets will be $17.00 each.
ii. T-Shirts
1. Conference T-shirts will be provided to each paid registered person for the
conference.
2. Additional shirts may be purchased at $10.00 each
3. Sizes XXL – XXXXL will have an upcharge of $4.00 each.
iii. Trading Pins
1. Each student will receive one trading pin in the registration packet
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2. Additional pins are available for purchase for $1.00 each. Purchase early for
trading with other states during the upcoming ILC!
PROCEDURES
1.REQUIRED FORMS
• All participants:
-Delegate Conduct, Release and Medical Form
• Advisors/Chaperones:
-Advisor Rules and Responsibilities
-Abuse and Prevention Form
• Activities Verification Form – NMAA
Attach this form to a roster of participating students, signed by a school administrator and
submitted to the NMAA prior to the state competition (FAX 505-923-3114 or email Julie Sanchez at
julie@nmact.org).
• Special Requests- This form must be filled out by March 3, 2025, to be eligible to compete in
Interviewing Skills, Personal Care, Life Support Skills, and Speaking Skills. You need only to
complete the form one time for SLC and ILC. Accommodation Form
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2.REGISTRATION
• Each local advisor is responsible for completing the online registration and submitting it with the
necessary fees to the address indicated on the invoice. March 3, 2025, is the registration deadline.
• Questions regarding HOSA SLC registration should be directed to nmhosa.jdeberry@gmail.com.
• Please send a copy of your Purchase Order for the registration to Sarah Kinlund at
sarah.kinlund@enmu.edu by March 10, 2025.
• Late registrations are not accepted. Although substitutions are discouraged, they may be made
with existing members and should happen as early as possible prior to March 8th, 2024. NO ON-
SITE SUBSTITUTIONS WILL BE MADE.
• INSTRUCTIONS: Registering for Conferences
o Video Tutorial Link
o Quick Glance Handout
• **PLEASE ASSURE YOU FOLLOW THE REGISTRATION RULES
o HIGH SCHOOL RULES
o MIDDLE SCHOOL RULES
• **MAKE SURE ALL TEAMS ARE COMPLETE
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1.Online Tests
• Administered at schools March 10-28 All students will be automatically registered for events
that will require an online test prior to the state conference. Chapter advisors cannot be the
proctor for the test. A proctor MUST be assigned for each testing session and run the test in an
ethical and equitable manner. Testing Suggestions (most of this doc applicable to online
tests)
• Testing Login (HOTS)
CEs with online test requirements:
Behavioral Health Home Health Aide
Biomedical Debate State HOSA Bowl
Biotechnology Foundations of HOSA Bowl – MS
CERT Skills Human Growth & Development Life
Clinical Laboratory Science Threatening Situations – MS
Clinical Nursing Math for Health Careers - MS
CPR/First Aid Medical Assisting
Creative Problem Solving Medical Law and Ethics
Cultural Diversities & Disparities in Healthcare Medical Math
Dental Science Medical Reading
Dental Terminology Medical Spelling
Dynamic Decisions- MS Medical Terminology
Emergency Medical Technician Nursing Assisting
Epidemiology Nutrition
Forensic Science Occupational Therapy
Foundations of Medical Reading (MS) Parliamentary Procedure
Foundations of Medical Terminology MS Patient Care Technician
Foundations of Nutrition - MS Pathophysiology
Foundations of Vet Science MS Pharmacology
Health Informatics Pharmacy Science
Healthcare Issues Exam Phlebotomy
Health Career Exploration Physical Therapy
Healthy Living Sports Medicine
Healthy Living - Middle School Veterinary Science
World and Health Disparities
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2.Digital Uploads
• Individual students will be required to upload the required documents by March
15th. Make sure every student has a working email (not the advisor’s email) listed in
their CMS profile. Please check the event guidelines for requirements. IT IS THE
SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENTS TO READ THEIR GUIDELINES.
o Member Instructions
o Chapter Advisor Instructions
CEs With Upload Requirements
American Red Cross Volunteer (HATS) HOSA Service Project (HATS)
Barbara James Service Award (HATS) Interviewing Skills
Clinical Specialty Job Seeking Skills
Community Awareness Life Support Skills Medical Innovation
Emotional Well-Being Challenge Mental Health Promotion
Exploring Medical Innovation MRC Partnership
Family Medicine Physician Personal Care
Extemporaneous Writing-Health Policy (opt) Public Health
Forensic Science (opt) PSA
Health Career Display Researched Persuasive Writing and Speaking
Health Career Photography Research Poster
Health Education Speaking Skills
Health Literacy Ambassador (HATS)
3.Onsite Competition
• All competitors should arrive with all materials (including proper dress) required in the
event guidelines
TENTATIVE AGENDA
NM HOSA
State Leadership Conference
April 3-5, 2025
Thursday, April 11, 2025| Marriott Pyramid North
8:00 am – 11:00 am Conference Registration/Headquarters
11:15 am Mandatory Advisor Meeting
11:45 – 12:45 Judge and Event Manager Orientation/Lunch
The following events have a set-up time OR drop-off time:
12:45 pm – 1:00 PM Research Poster set-up
Health Career Display set-up
Event Times – Please check individual schedules
Dynamic Decisions
12:45 pm -2:00 pm Prep
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Present
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Health Career Preparation
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Health Research Poster
Presentation/Judging
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Health Career Display – Judging
Section 1
Section 2
3:00 – 3:30 pm MS Presentations
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Finals for Secondary will be posted at 3 pm –
at HQ. *Have students check the list for
presentation times
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Extemporaneous Writing
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Extemporaneous Poster
1:00 pm – done Medical Spelling
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Healthy Living (MS, HS)
1:00 pm -4:45 pm Life-Threatening Situations MS
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Foundations of Vet Science
1:00 pm Officer Candidate Testing
2:00 pm HOSA Officer Candidate Interviews
3:30 pm Voting Delegate Orientation/Meet and Greet
Candidates
7:30 pm Opening Session | Business Session Grand Ballroom
Workshops
2:30 pm
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1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
2:30 – 3:30 pm
3:30 – 4:30 pm
Saturday, April 5, 2025 | UNM Domenici Center
7:30 am Conference Headquarters 2720
7:30 am – 8:30 am Judges/Event Manager Orientation/Breakfast 2720