Bursary Package B

A bursary in the amount of $2,000 is provided to mature person entering a post-secondary healthcare program.

Read through the bursary criteria below to determine eligibility and the documentation required to apply.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Individual has been out of school for a period of time and wishes to pursue an education leading to work in the healthcare field;
2. Enrolling in a healthcare program at an accredited post-secondary institution;
3. Permanent resident of Armstrong, Spallumcheen or Enderby;
4. Volunteering or paid activity and/or demonstrated natural aptitude in the healthcare field.

Documentation Required:

1. Copy of registration or application to a healthcare program at an accredited post-secondary institution;
2. Letter stating:
   1. Proposed career goals in healthcare field;
   1. Interests, volunteer activities;
   1. Employment history, especially in healthcare, and;
   1. Description of education completed.
3. Letter of reference supporting application;
4. Documentation indicating permanent residency in Armstrong, Spallumcheen or Enderby.

Selection and Payment:

1. Applications must be submitted by June 30^th;
2. Applicants will be interviewed before selection;
3. Only successful candidates will be advised of selection;
4. The successful candidate has until December 31^st to enroll.  A copy of proof of enrollment from the institution must be submitted to receive payment.

Contact:

Mail bursary packages to the following address by June 30^th:

                Armstrong Spallumcheen Healthcare Auxiliary

                Attention:  Bursary Committee

                P. O. Box 173

                Armstrong, B. C.   V0E 1B0

Questions regarding bursaries can be emailed to ashabursaries@shaw.ca.