Cannabis curious? Everything you wanted to know about medical cannabis (but were afraid to ask) Presenter: Meredith Patterson Join neuroscience/medical cannabis nurse Meredith Patterson for a presentation on the science underlying uses of cannabis (aka the marijuana plant) for medical purposes. Session will address current laws in Texas governing medical cannabis, including hemp-derived CBD. Participants will learn how to dose CBD properly, what type to take for optimal effectiveness and how to shop for quality, toxin-free products. Class includes case studies, current research and addresses safety and efficacy considerate ions. |
Engaging Scholars in Work-Based Experiences & Industry Based Certifications Presenter: Maria Martinez As educators, our mission is to engage scholars in hands-on experiences that will expose them to real-world scenarios. Combining work-based learning experiences and STEM classroom instruction can be complicated at times, but not when you implement HOSA Future Health Professionals and Registered Dental Assistant Industry Based Certifications to your classroom. Through student-centered learning, scholars will participate in research, competitive events, shadowing experiences and much more. Forensic Radiology Presenter: Jonathan Perry This webinar introduces the field of Forensic Radiology. A relatively new field allowing for novel insights into things like autopsies by utilizing Medical Imaging techniques such as MRI and CT. Followed by a discussion of the physics behind each modality, and a virtual cadaver dissection of each image type. | Step Away From That Med Term Book! Presenter: Kendall McDowell Tired of teaching the same material from the same textbook? Wanting to take your teaching to the next level? In this session, learn to take your hands off the book and on to project based learning that can be used in your Medical Terminology classes. | Successfully Implementing a Dual Credit PCT Program: A Tough First Year Presenters: Virginia Nash, Shari Harrington, and Grace Barber School of Health Professions at Townview Magnet Center (Dallas ISD) has partnered up with Dallas County Community College to provide our students a Patient Care Technician certification. This session will review the steps needed to begin the dual credit process and explain how we managed our first year. | Support Strategies to Make Your Health Science Program Stand Out! Presenter: Nancy H. Allen The National Consortium for Health Science Education (NCHSE), the national authority for health science education will share supportive measures that can make your program stand out. 1) Networking and collaboration, 2) Career development for teachers and students, 3) Health science framework, 4) Standards for quality, and 5) Education for future health professionals. Learn ways to incorporate these essential components of a high-quality health science education program into your classroom. | Teaching Strategies Presenter: Linda Stanhope Lean new teaching strategies to use in your classroom by a teacher with years of experience. Linda is currently THOA’s new teacher and seasoned teachers specialist. | Teens in the Driver Seat: How to address traffic safety with your students : Presenter: Lisa Minjares-Kyle Teens in the Driver Seat® is America’s first peer-to-peer safety program for young drivers and passengers. Teens involved in TDS learn ways to develop and deliver effective safety messages to their peers. This program is ready with resources for your organization to begin changing lives at your school. | The Great Diseases: Bringing biomedical science into high school classrooms Presenter: Revati Masilamani As we reach an equilibrium with the COVID pandemic here in the US, these past few years have been a stark reminder of why trust in science as well as improved health literacy outcomes are critical to individual and societal well-being, and to a more equitable society. The Great Diseases curriculum introduces the science underlying health and disease topics in a real-world context to students who are thirsty for information about their bodies. Come experience our engaging, inquiry-based activities, and find out how you can gain FREE access to all our curricular materials. Check us out at: https://sites.tufts.edu/ctse/great-diseases/ | Tracking professionalism in the classroom setting Presenter: Emma Carter A simple technique to track professionalism as a grade in a CTE classroom setting The tracking provides a visual reminder for students to behave professionally such as cleaning work area, returning supplies, working as a group, and demonstrating respect for fellow students and teacher. | Value-Based Healthcare Presenter: Kim Smith The world of healthcare is transforming right before our eyes. Hospitals were not spared the economic pain of COVID-19 as a result of patients cancelling or postponing elective procedures. Healthcare providers are still trying to navigate the increased use of technology and the shift from a fee-for-service payment system. This virtual workshop will introduce you to the world of value-based care and can be used as a tool in your classrooms in the coming year as you introduce your students to the healthcare delivery system. |
*Sessions at the In-Person Conference | *Been there done that, taught the Phlebotomy certification. Presenter: Michele Knorpp Are you looking at possibly offering a phlebotomy certification course at your school? Then join us for this packed 45-minute session. THOA has sought after experts that have already been there and done that. Not only are they willing to share some basics that you may want to know before taking on this new adventure, but we are also willing to give a quick rundown of where to start, instructor requirements, and student requirements too. In addition, experts will share supplies/equipment lists, the scope and sequence that has worked for them, and possible clinical ideas as well as lab suggestions. | *Been There, Done That, Taught the PATIENT CARE TECH Certification Presenter: Alisha Smith Are you looking at possibly offering a PATIENT CARE TECH certification course at your school? Then join us for this packed 45-minute session. THOA has sought after experts that have already been there and done that. Not only that they are willing to share some basics that you may want to know before taking on this new adventure. In this session, seasoned teachers will give a quick run-down of where to start, instructor & student requirements. In addition, experts will share supplies/equipment list, scope and sequence that worked for them and possible clinical ideas and lab suggestions. | *Been There, Done That, Taught the EKG Certification Presenter: Cherie Watts Are you looking at possibly offering a EKG certification course at your school? Then join us for this packed 45-minute session. THOA has sought after experts that have already been there and done that. Not only that they are willing to share some basics that you may want to know before taking on this new adventure. In this session, these seasoned teachers will give a quick run-down of where to start, instructor and student requirements. In addition, experts will share supplies/equipment list, the scope and sequence that worked for them and possible clinical ideas as well as in class lab. | *Been There, Done That, Taught the CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT Certification Presenter: Cherie Watts Are you looking at possibly offering a C.N.A. certification course at your school? Then join us for this packed 45-minute session. THOA has sought after experts that have already been there and done that. Not only that they are willing to share some basics that you may want to know before taking on this new adventure. In this session, these seasoned teachers will give a quick run-down of where to start, instructor and student requirements. In addition, experts will share supplies/equipment list, the scope and sequence that worked for them and possible clinical ideas as well as in class lab | *Don't Pull a Hammy! 5 'Painless' Activities for your PT Course Presenter: Janice Miller In this course, you will explore 5 physical therapy related activities to implement in your courses by participating in various lab activities to enforce concepts of anatomy, kinesiology, equipment, and exercises. | *Explore THOA: More Than the Annual Summer Conference Presenter: Wanda Herfarth In this session you will navigate through the new THOA website and membership portal. THOA has much more to offer with our new membership system. Learn how you can attend monthly webinars and how to make connections with your THOA area directors, sponsors and more. | *Filling your "pipeline" with a Mini-Medical School Presenter: Tana Holmes This presentation will share how to make thousands of dollars for your department or HOSA by holding a Mini-Medical School. It is a win-win project that promotes your program, ensures the future of your courses and HOSA competitors, and gives your students volunteer and leadership opportunities. Tana Holmes will share all of the "how, when, and wheres" of this fun and profitable project. | *Medical Terminology, alive and well!
Presenters: Kim Turnbull and Linda Stanhope You will take away fresh new ideas to assist your students learn, master and use medical terminology. We will introduce you to multiple take-away versatile activities worthy of your classroom activity tool box. *Texas Education Agency Career and Technical Education Update Summer 2022 Presenter: Juanita Soto Texas Education Agency Career and Technical Updates regarding Industry Based Certification, Statewide Programs of Study, Innovative Courses, CTE Indicator and Autocoding, Tiered CTE Funding, CCMR Accountability, CTE Professional Updates, CTE Website Updates. | *Texas HOSA Competitive Events Road Trip! Presenter: Anne Regier Are you sometimes lost on the road to success in HOSA Competitive Events? Well, plug in your GPS and come along for the ride! No sense of direction required! This session will answer YOUR questions about HOSA Competitive Events. Email your questions to anne.regier@texashosa.org before the conference to be sure we travel to those destinations first. Questions can be submitted during the session, but priority is given to those submitted ahead of the conference. There won't be a formal power point presentation. Your questions decide what we discuss. Advisors, you are driving the bus so let's hit the road! |
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