Clinical Placement Scholarships for nursing students undertaking placement in Aboriginal Medical Services
Overview
The scheme is an Australian Government initiative to support students enrolled in an approved undergraduate or entry level nursing or midwifery course to undertake a clinical placement in an Aboriginal Medical Service.
Application dates
AMS: CP applications are now open.
Click here to start your application. Applications are open all year. At the end of each month, commencing at the end of April applications received will be assessed and applicants notified of the result.
Eligibility Criteria
Applications will be considered from applicants who are
- Australian citizens or permanent residents
- Students enrolled in an accredited registered or enrolled nursing program that results in a nationally recognised and accredited qualification either on a part-time or full-time basis
- Wishing to participate in a clinical placement within an AMS
- Intending to complete or have completed cultural competence training
Please note, in some clinical placements cultural competence training may be provided by the AMS where an applicant is completing their clinical placement.
If you are a New Zealand citizen, please click here to determine your eligibility for this scholarship.
Selection Criteria
Scholarships will be awarded based on how an applicant addresses the following criteria:
- Knowledge of contemporary issues in Indigenous health
- Commitment to promote and aid Indigenous health in the future
Students in their third year of study may be given priority for clinical placement scholarships.
Value of scholarship
Scholarships are worth up to $11 000. Funding can be used for :
- Accommodation
- Travel
- Living expenses
- Supervision payment to the AMS is also included in the total value.
General Information
Need more information?
For clarification of your eligibility under this scheme:
email your questions to
scholarships@rcna.org.au.
freecall1800 117 262