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Aunty Agnes Shea Early Childhood Education Scholarship
The Inaugural Patron of Yerrabi Yurwang, Aunty Agnes Shea OAM was a highly respected Elder of the Ngunnawal People of the ACT and surrounding regions. For many decades, Aunty Agnes was a strong voice for Aboriginal People and her Community, advocating, among many things, for better education of younger generations. By providing opportunities for Aboriginal people to gain educational qualifications, these scholarships continue her legacy by contributing to the growth of a knowledgeable and skilled Aboriginal workforce educating and caring for future generations.
The Aunty Agnes Shea Early Childhood Education Scholarships offer opportunities for Aboriginal people living on or intending work on Ngunnawal Country to gain a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth to 5 Years). The Scholarship program will provide both financial and wrap-around support.
Scholarship details
Application dates
Open all year round
How to apply
Externally managed. Apply at https://yerrabi.org.au/index.php/aunty-agnes-shea-scholarships/
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This scholarship is for:
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicantsAreas of study:
- Teacher education
At Institution:
- ACT Universities
Study level:
- Undergraduate
- VET courses
Study Load:
- Full Time
- Part Time
Location:
- ACT
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this Scholarship, you must:
- Identify as Aboriginal (a Confirmation of Aboriginality will be requested);
- Fit one of the following criteria:
- be working in a Koori Preschool, or
- be working in a ECEC setting, or
- be interested in working in the ACT’s ECEC sector;
- Hold a WWVP card and National Police Check, and the ability to pass the CYF Suitable Person Records Check and;
- Are able to enrol in an approved coursed within six months of receiving the offer of the Scholarship.
How to Apply
Please apply online – you can find the Application Guidelines here.
You will required to complete an online application form and upload your resume.