HOSA Exploration Kickoff Breakfast 2026

Join us for this free event sponsored by West Michigan Health Careers Council of West Michigan Works!
About this Event

This breakfast meeting will highlight the benefits of HOSA, provide resources for launching new chapters, and connect healthcare leaders and businesses with education and healthcare leaders who are working together to strengthen West Michigan's future healthcare workforce.

Here's why HOSA matters to healthcare employers: 
🔹 Workforce Ready – Students develop teamwork, communication, leadership, and adaptability skills essential to today's healthcare environment. 
🔹 Technically Prepared – HOSA participants gain foundational healthcare knowledge and hands-on experience through health science education and competitive events. 
🔹 Industry Connected – Employers partner with educators to help ensure students are learning the skills that align with current workforce needs. 
🔹 Career Committed – Early exposure to healthcare careers helps students make informed career choices, leading to greater engagement and improved long-term retention.

West Michigan Health Careers Council's goal is to increase the number of HOSA chapters and student participation across the region, inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Join us September 16 from 7 a.m. - 9 a.m. at the Postma Center at Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services, located at 300 68th St. SE Building C, Entrance C2, Grand Rapids, MI 49548.

Agenda

🕑: 07:00 AM - 07:00 AM
Doors Open
🕑: 07:00 AM - 07:30 AM
Networking
🕑: 07:30 AM - 07:45 AM
Breakfast Buffet
🕑: 07:45 AM - 07:50 AM
Welcome

Info: Introduction

🕑: 07:50 AM - 08:00 AM
WMHCC HOSA Project

Info: Why this is a priority for us

🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:10 AM
HOSA Overview

Info: Student leader presentation

🕑: 08:10 AM - 08:15 AM
HOSA and HC Industry Talent Pipelines

Info: Why the healthcare industry must build talent pipelines to thrive and survive

🕑: 08:15 AM - 08:20 AM
Existing HOSA Chapters and Opportunities
🕑: 08:20 AM - 08:25 AM
Creation of New Chapters
🕑: 08:25 AM - 08:30 AM
Employer Engagement Options
🕑: 08:30 AM - 08:55 AM
Table Discussions
🕑: 08:55 AM - 09:00 AM
Q&A and Wrap Up
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:00 AM
End of Event