Membership & Dues
Joining Tennessee FBLA provides students with opportunities to develop leadership skills, compete in business-related events, and connect with professionals in the field. As a member, students gain access to educational programs, scholarships, networking opportunities, and career exploration experiences that prepare them for future success in business.
Membership Information
Students become FBLA members by joining their school’s local chapter. Chapter advisers handle the membership registration process and submit all required information on behalf of their students.
Chapter Advisor Membership Registration Instructions
Log in to FBLA Connect using your chapter’s national charter number and password.
If you used the online affiliation system last year, your password will be the same.
If this is your first time using the online affiliation system, submit a support request to receive your password.
After successfully logging in, you will reach the main menu. To access instructions for online affiliation, please click on the first link in the main menu. It is recommended that you review the instructions if you are unfamiliar with the online affiliation system.
Membership Dues
$15 per person ($10 national dues + $5 state dues)
Send membership dues payments to:
Future Business Leaders of America, Inc.
P.O. Box 79063
Baltimore, Maryland 21279
Requirements
Advisors must affiliate as professional members.
All HOSA chapters must be affiliated with International HOSA.
Types of Membership
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Middle School
This type of membership is for middle school students who are in grades 6-8 and are interested in or planning to pursue a career in the health professions.
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High School
This type of membership is for secondary (high school) students. Secondary members must pay affiliation fees as established by the local, state, and national organizations, and they are eligible to hold national office, participate in national activities, and, if chosen, serve as voting delegates, and represent their chapter and state in national affairs.
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Postsecondary & Collegiate
This type of membership is for students enrolled in a postsecondary/collegiate program. Postsecondary/ collegiate members must pay affiliation fees as established by the local, state, and national organizations, and they are eligible to hold national office, participate in national activities, and, if chosen, serve as voting delegates, and represent their chapter and state in national affairs.
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Professional
This type of membership is for health professionals and other adult members of the school and community who wish to assist and support the HOSA program of activities. Professional members must pay affiliation fees, but may not vote, hold office, or compete for HOSA member awards. Chapter advisors are considered to be professional members.
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Alumni
This type of membership is for individuals who were previously enrolled as student members in HOSA and wish to remain connected and support the organization after graduation. Alumni members do not pay affiliation fees and may not vote, hold office, or compete, but are encouraged to engage through networking, volunteering, and mentorship opportunities.