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Alison Bush Memorial Trust Fund
The Alison Bush Memorial Trust Fund Scholarship was established in 2010 in tribute to one of NSW and Royal Prince Alfred’s longest serving and most influential midwives. The purpose of the scholarship is to provide opportunities through clinical placements in Sydney Local Health District for the purpose of updating knowledge and skills of clinicians providing or supporting maternity care.
Scholarship details
Application dates
How to apply
Externally managed. Apply at https://www.slhd.nsw.gov.au/rpa/alisonbushtrustfund/
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This scholarship is for:
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants
Remote/rural studentsAreas of study:
- Nursing
At Institution:
- Other
Study level:
- Undergraduate
- Postgraduate coursework
Study Load:
- Part Time
- Full Time
Location:
- NSW
Eligibility Criteria
Applications are invited from medical and midwifery clinicians with an Aboriginal background as defined by the Aboriginal
Land Rights Act 1983 who are currently working in Aboriginal communities. This is an identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander position. Preference will be given to those working in communities greater than 200 kilometres from the nearest tertiary obstetric centre.
Land Rights Act 1983 who are currently working in Aboriginal communities. This is an identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander position. Preference will be given to those working in communities greater than 200 kilometres from the nearest tertiary obstetric centre.
How to Apply
Applications are now sought from interested clinicians who meet the scholarship criteria. Application forms, along with a covering note including details of the type of support required can be sent to:
Clinical Manager
RPA Women and Babies
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Missenden Road, Camperdown
NSW 2050
Application form can be found here.
Further Information
Clinical placements will take place at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital’s Women and Babies unit. Observational placements of two to three weeks duration will be negotiated to provide either general experience or experience within a specialty service to build on areas of clinical interest. The scholarship will cover costs for travel, food and accommodation during the placement.