Scholarships of up to $45,000 a year are available for 120 registered nurses working in primary or community care. The funding can cover tuition, incentives for you and your employer, and travel/accommodation if needed.
These scholarships are open to registered nurses in general practice, aged care, PHOs, rural and community care, Hauora Māori, Pacific health services, home and community support, youth services, and palliative care.
The scholarships are for advanced study such as a PGDip (prescribing) or Master of Nursing, starting in semester one 2026. Applications close 30 September.
Visit Te Whatu Ora's website for terms and conditions, questions and application guidance, or to apply for a scholarship. Alternatively email: primarycarenursing@tewhatuora.govt.nz.
During the COVID-19 lockdown virtual consultations for POAC cases were funded. We are pleased to announce that this will be a permanent change.
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Read moreThe extended care team is available to compliment the care you provide to your patients.
Business rules for the Primary Options Acute Care programme (Lakes), which supports primary care through funding specific clinical services.