What is the third line of the HOSA creed?

• A. I believe through my service to my community and to the world, I will make the best use of my knowledge and talents.
• B. I recognize the universal need for quality compassionate healthcare.
• C. I understand the importance of academic excellence, skills, training, and leadership development in my career pathway.
• D. I accept the responsibility of a health care professional and seek to find my place on a team equally committed to the wellbeing of others.

Answer: (A)

The line being tested emphasizes putting knowledge and talents to work through service. It conveys a commitment to act on what you’ve learned by helping your community and others around the world, showing that true professionalism means applying your abilities for the benefit of people, not just pursuing personal excellence. This focus on service through meaningful use of skills is what the creed highlights in its third line. While the other statements reflect important values found in the creed—recognizing healthcare needs, valuing academic and leadership development, and accepting professional responsibility—the specific third-line message is about serving others and making the best use of one’s knowledge and talents, which is why this wording matches the line in question.