Emergency Preparedness (Red) · Middle school focused
Life-Threatening Situations
Individual · Knowledge assessment with scenario-based questions
ModerateSteady prepIndividualWritten testHands-on
What is this event?
An emergency-preparedness event where you show that you can recognize serious situations and reason about what happens first.
What you actually do
You answer scenario-based questions about identifying and responding to emergencies.
What happens at competition
Proctored assessment following the current guideline's format.
Why students choose it
The content feels urgent and real, and it pairs perfectly with first aid certification classes.
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Source: HOSA Competitive Event Guidelines (verify current edition with your advisor). Last checked 2026-08-15. Confirm details with your chapter advisor before competing.