Nursing scholarships target aged care
An Australian Government scholarship scheme to support students and nurses in aged care is now open for applications.
Under the Aged Care Nursing Scholarship Scheme, applicants can receive funding to support them in undertaking continuing education at undergraduate or postgraduate level.
The scholarship scheme, administered by Royal College of Nursing Australia (RCNA), aims to address workforce shortages in the aged care sector. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a commitment to working in this particular nursing specialty.
Undergraduate scholarships are available under the scheme for people who wish to undertake undergraduate nursing education at an Australian university and can demonstrate a commitment to aged care.
Postgraduate scholarships are available to registered nurse studying for their masters, and to both registered and enrolled nurses working in aged care facilities, to undertake further professional development including workshops, short courses and tertiary level study.
Interested applicants are encouraged to contact RCNA on 1800 116 696 or visit http://www.rcna.org.au
