From the local chapter, to the state association and to the national organization, HOSA is guided by several goals. By achieving these goals, HOSA will fulfill its mission. The goals that HOSA believes are vital to its members and the health care delivery system are:

1. To promote physical, mental, and social well-being;
2. To develop effective leadership qualities and skills;
3. To develop the ability to communicate more effectively with people;
4. To develop character;
5. To develop responsible citizenship traits;
6. To understand the importance of pleasing oneself as well as being of service to others;
7. To build self-confidence and pride in one's work;
8. To make realistic career choices and seek successful employment in the health care field;
9. To develop an understanding of the importance of interacting and cooperating with other students and organizations;
10. To encourage individual and group achievement;
11. To develop and understanding of current health care issues, environmental concerns, and survival needs of the community, the nation, and the world.
12. To encourage involvement in local, state, and national health care and education projects.

The chapter advisor should review the goal statements and determine how best each goal can be accomplished. This unit will suggest an array of activities that can be used to achieve the goals of HOSA. Those students who take advantage of all activities available to HOSA members will be well prepared for entry and advancement in the health care field.