PACFA members and registrants working in remote, rural, and regional Australia can access valuable support through the Health Workforce Scholarship Program (HWSP).
What’s on offer
The HWSP provides scholarships and bursaries of up to $10,000 to help health professionals:
- Retain and enhance their professional skills
- Expand their scope of practice
- Access continuing professional development opportunities
- Strengthen their capacity to provide high-quality care to rural and regional communities
About the Program
The HWSP is delivered by the Rural Doctors Network (RDN), a not-for-profit, non-government charitable organisation committed to improving health and wellbeing in remote, rural, regional, Aboriginal, and disadvantaged communities.
RDN works closely with communities, professional associations, educational institutions, and government agencies to support a strong, sustainable rural health workforce.
How to apply
Applications are open to eligible health professionals across remote, rural, and regional areas. To apply or learn more:
- Visit the RDN website: www.rdn.org.au
- Check the Health Workforce Scholarship Program section for eligibility criteria, deadlines, and application forms
- For questions or guidance, contact the RDN scholarship team directly:
[email protected] or
02 4924 8000