When was the first recognized meeting of AVA-HOE?

The first recognized meeting of the American Vocational Association - Health Occupations Education (AVA-HOE) took place in December 1971. This date marks a significant moment in the history of health occupations education, as it signified the formal organization and collaboration among educators and professionals in the field. The meeting laid the groundwork for future developments in health occupations students’ associations, which eventually contributed to the establishment of HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America). This historical context reinforces the importance of this gathering as a critical step in promoting and improving health occupation education in the United States.