Division: Teaching and Learning Services

Office:  Career Readiness

See Published NGO Document (Microsoft Word)  

Purpose: 

It is the intent of the Career & Technical Student Organization (CTSO) – Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) Year 2/4 Continuation grant program to provide statewide leadership (state advisors) for the Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) identified below. CTSOs are student-led organizations that develop student competencies and career readiness designed to 1) prepare them for success in environments in different broad industry areas, 2) gain self-confidence and pride in their work and accomplishments, 3) learn good leadership qualities and skills, and 4) identify and make realistic career choices that encourage individual achievement and recognition. Local chapters of a CTSO are established at LEAs serving secondary students.

Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) promotes career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people.

The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) has established a four-year grant program. This continuation grant program is open to Kean University.

Based on the availability of FY24 State Vocational Aid funds, this second year of this four-year grant program will begin September 1, 2023 and will end on August 31, 2024.

Eligible Agencies: Kean University  

Grant Type: Continuation                  Application Due Date: 10/19/2023 

Number of Award(s) Anticipated: 1  Total Amount Available: $158,500