The Scholarships are an opportunity for registered nurses and midwives to enhance their qualifications and contribute to improving healthcare services in Australia.
About the Scholarship Program
The Primary Care Nursing and Midwifery Scholarship Programis designed to support registered nurses and midwives in completing postgraduate studies. Funded by the Australian Government and administered by the ACNP, this program aims to strengthen the healthcare workforce and enhance access to essential services in our communities.
Key Objectives
- Support Education: Provide scholarships for registered nurses and midwives to undertake postgraduate studies, including pathways to becoming Nurse Practitioners and endorsed midwives.
- Address Workforce Shortages: Increase the supply of qualified health professionals to meet the changing demographics and health needs of the Australian population.
- Empower First Nations Health Workforce: Promote activities that enhance the capacity of the First Nations health workforce.
- Strengthen Healthcare Access: Facilitate the provision of health services in communities lacking primary care options.
Intended Outcomes
- Improve the capacity and quality of the health workforce to better meet community needs.
- Significantly increase the number of qualified Nurse Practitioners and endorsed midwives.
- Equip nurses and midwives with the skills relevant to primary care and aged care.
Important Details for Applicants
Eligibility Criteria:
To apply for the scholarship, applicants must:
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- Hold current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
- Be enrolled or intending to enrol in a postgraduate program relevant to primary care.
- Currently work or plan to work in primary care settings.
Application Process:
Interested individuals can find detailed information in the attached marketing materials and access the application through the Application Portal – https://scholarship.acnp.org.au/login
