The scholarships are only available for courses leading to a qualification to practice as a Registered Nurse. Up to 10 of these scholarships are designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
In order to be considered for the scholarship you must be:
- currently enrolled or intending to enrol in an undergraduate, accredited, pre-registration (entry to practice) nursing course at an Australian university
OR
- currently enrolled or intending to enrol in a graduate entry, accredited, pre-registration (entry to practice) nursing course at an Australian university
OR
- currently enrolled or intending to enrol in the Masters of Nursing Program at an Australian University, leading to first-time registration as a Registered Nurse.
A demonstrated commitment to aged care will be highly regarded, particularly from regional, rural and remote areas. Applicants living in metropolitan areas with an aged care background are also encouraged to apply.
For clarification of your eligibility under this scheme please contact the Royal College of Nursing, Australia on 1800 116 696
