Conferences & Events

Experience the journey of competition, leadership, and connection. From local chapter meetings to the International Leadership Conference, discover where Illinois HOSA can take you.

The HOSA Journey

  • Fall Leadership Conference (FLC)

    Kickstart the year with leadership training, networking, and exciting workshops designed to prepare you for the competitive season.

  • Regional Preliminaries

    The first step in your competitive events journey. Demonstrate your knowledge and skills against other future health professionals in your region.

  • State Leadership Conference (SLC)

    The pinnacle of the Illinois HOSA year. Compete for state titles, attend educational symposiums, and celebrate the year's achievements.

  • International Leadership Conference (ILC)

    Represent Illinois on the global stage. Top competitors from the SLC advance to compete internationally and connect with members worldwide.

Event Details

  • FLC

    Join hundreds of members across the state for interactive leadership development sessions and keynote speakers.

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  • Prelims

    Online testing and regional skill assessments to qualify for the State Leadership Conference.

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  • SLC

    Our largest event of the year, featuring over 60 competitive events, networking, and the election of the state officer team.

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  • ILC

    The ultimate destination for HOSA competitors, bringing together members from across the globe to compete, learn, and grow.

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  • Competitive Events

    Review guidelines, rubrics, and updates for all HOSA competitive events this season.

  • Calendar & Deadlines

    Stay on track with important registration dates, submission deadlines, and conference schedules.

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Check out our calendar to make sure your chapter is ready for the upcoming competitive season.