Complete Study Guide with Practice Exams,
Questions & Answers
SECTION 1: HOSA FOUNDATION, HISTORY & CREED (Questions 1-40)
Q1. What is the mission of HOSA-Future Health Professionals?
A) To train students for medical school only
B) To empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global
health community through education, collaboration, and experience
C) To provide free healthcare to underserved communities
D) To organize medical research conferences
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The mission of HOSA is to empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to
become leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration, and
experience.
Q2. What are the official colors of HOSA?
A) Red, white, and blue
B) Maroon, medical white, and navy blue
C) Green, white, and gold
D) Purple, white, and silver
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The official colors of HOSA are navy blue (loyalty to the healthcare
profession), medical white (purity of purpose), and maroon (compassion of HOSA
members).
Q3. What is the HOSA Creed?
A) A set of competition rules
B) A statement of beliefs and values for HOSA members
C) A description of officer positions
D) A list of conference dates
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The HOSA Creed is a statement of beliefs and values for HOSA members to
follow.
Q4. According to the HOSA Creed, what does the member recognize?
A) The need for financial success
B) The universal need for quality, compassionate healthcare
C) The importance of competition
D) The value of academic awards
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The HOSA Creed states: "I recognize the universal need for quality,
compassionate healthcare."
Q5. According to the HOSA Creed, what does the member accept?
A) The responsibility of a health professional
B) The need for financial compensation
C) The importance of competition
D) The value of awards
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The HOSA Creed states: "I accept the responsibility of a health professional
and seek to find my place on a team equally committed to the wellbeing of others."
Q6. According to the HOSA Creed, the member will dedicate themselves to:
A) Becoming a doctor
B) Promoting health and advancing healthcare as a student, a leader, an educator, and a
member of HOSA-Future Health Professionals
C) Winning competitions
D) Achieving financial success
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The creed concludes: "Therefore, I will dedicate myself to promoting health
and advancing healthcare as a student, a leader, an educator, and a member of HOSA-
Future Health Professionals."
Q7. According to the HOSA Creed, members believe they will become:
A) Doctors
B) More aware of themselves and more responsible citizens
,C) Wealthy professionals
D) Leaders of the organization
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The HOSA Creed states: "I believe that I will become more aware of myself
and become a more responsible citizen."
Q8. According to the HOSA Creed, what does the member understand is
important?
A) Financial success
B) Academic excellence, skills training, and leadership development in their career
pathway
C) Winning competitions
D) Social status
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The HOSA Creed states: "I understand the importance of academic
excellence, skills training, and leadership development in my career pathway."
Q9. What is the HOSA motto?
A) "Health Occupations Students of America"
B) "The Hands of HOSA Mold the Health of Tomorrow"
C) "Beyond All Limits!"
D) "Define Your Purpose"
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The HOSA motto is "The Hands of HOSA Mold the Health of Tomorrow."
Q10. The HOSA theme for 2026-2027 is:
A) "Powered by People"
B) "Define Your Purpose"
C) "Champions of Change"
D) "Beyond All Limits"
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The 2026-2027 HOSA theme is "Define Your Purpose."
Q11. In what year was HOSA founded?
A) November 1975
, B) November 1976
C) 1978
D) 1980
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: HOSA was officially organized at a constitutional convention in Arlington,
Texas on November 10-13, 1976.
Q12. The six charter states of HOSA are:
A) Alabama, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas
B) California, Texas, Florida, New York, Illinois, Ohio
C) North Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, Alabama, Texas, Oklahoma
D) Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The six charter states are Alabama, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina,
Oklahoma, and Texas.
Q13. Where was the first National Leadership Conference held?
A) Arlington, Texas
B) Southlake, Texas
C) Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
D) Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The first National Leadership Conference was held in Oklahoma City,
Oklahoma, in April 1978.
Q14. Where is the National HOSA Office located?
A) Arlington, Texas
B) Southlake, Texas
C) Dallas, Texas
D) Austin, Texas
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The National HOSA Office is located in Southlake, Texas.
Q15. What does the circle represent in the HOSA emblem?
A) The unity of HOSA members