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**Scholarships are now closed.

Are you an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person studying at university or TAFE?

Our scholarship program provides financial assistance for textbooks and other learning supports for people undertaking studies in community services-related fields.

The program provides support to First Nations people and aims to improve the diversity of the local community services workforce through the creation and ongoing commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student placements.

Scholarship recipients will be prioritized for student placements, so we can help you get the hands-on experience you need to complete your studies.

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Scholarship

Scholarships will be awarded each year.

Scholarships recipients will receive $1,250 to assist with purchasing learning resources.

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Learning Resources

Learning resources are defined as:

  • Laptop
  • Tablet
  • Mouse and keyboard
  • Textbooks
  • Stationery items

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible to apply for a scholarship, you must meet all of the following criteria:

  • Be a an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
  • Currently enrolled in a health or community services related course or degree
  • Be a resident of the Central Coast or Mid North Coast

Previous recipients of the scholarship are able to apply in subsequent years providing they still meet eligibility criteria. Being awarded a scholarship in a previous year does not guarantee you will be successful with your application in the future.

*CCPC staff are ineligible to apply for this scholarship.

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How to apply

To apply for a scholarship, click on the apply now button.

Before you apply, please have the following information prepared to support your application:

  • Course details and institution including commencement and anticipated completion date
  • Placement information
  • Learning institution contact information eg course supervisor, student support
  • An idea of what you are planning to use the scholarship funds for
  • A resume listing your work and study history
  • A cover letter including brief summary of why you have chosen this area of study and what you would like to achieve after you have attained your qualifications
  • A letter from your learning institution confirming your enrolment

Please be aware that scholarship funds may be considered taxable income. We recommend you seek independent financial advice regarding your circumstances.

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Make sure you have read the “how to apply” section and have all of your supporting material ready before starting your application.

If you have any questions about the scholarship, please call us on 02 4365 2294 and ask to speak with our People and Culture team.

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