NSW Health offers a range of scholarships to support NSW Health staff and students studying health degrees. Some of these scholarships are specifically targeted at those living and working in rural and regional areas to support and develop the local workforce.
NSW Health offer scholarships and financial assistance programs to support nurses, midwives and nursing and midwifery students. Some of these are targeted at supporting rural health professionals and some are available to all.
These include:
For more information and to apply for these scholarships please visit Nursing and midwifery scholarships and financial assistance.
The Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) offer scholarships and grants aiming to provide equal access to education in areas of need.
Scholarships are available annually for a range of professional groups including:
For more information and to apply for these scholarships please visit HETI - Scholarships and grants.
Many other organisations offer support and funding to rural health professionals or people studying or training to become a health professional. These scholarships are not administered by NSW Health. Please contact the organisations you're interested in to find out more.