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CNA Certification Bursary
Funding for CNA certification and recertification
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Newfoundland and Labrador
Overview
This bursary provides up to $500 to help registered nurses obtain CNA certification or re-certification. It supports certification exams, re-certification by continuous learning, and related out-of-pocket costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Obtaining CNA certification
- Re-certification through continuous learning
- Re-writing the CNA certification exam
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Proof of CRNNL registration
- Certification details and exam date
- Supporting documentation and receipts
- Proof of successful certification or re-certification
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered Nurses
- Current CRNNL registrants
- Members of the Trust
- RNs employed in nursing in Newfoundland and Labrador
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who received this bursary within the past five years
- Applicants who are not CRNNL members in good standing
- Applicants who are not employed in nursing in Newfoundland and Labrador
Eligible expenses
- Out-of-pocket costs related to CNA certification or re-certification
- Certification exam costs and related expenses supported by receipts
Eligible geographic areas
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the deadline in spring or fall competitions.
- Spring applications may be deferred to the fall review if there are not enough applications for a review meeting.
- Applicants are notified of the decision by email.
- Successful applicants must submit required documentation before reimbursement is issued.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed in spring and fall competitions.
- Funding decisions may be deferred from spring to fall if needed.
- Applicants are notified by email.
- Successful applicants must submit proof of certification and receipts for reimbursement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CNA Certification Bursary Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CNA Certification Bursary. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the CNA Certification Bursary?
This bursary provides up to $500 to help registered nurses obtain CNA certification or re-certification. It supports certification exams, re-certification by continuous learning, and related out-of-pocket costs.
How much funding can be received?
CNA Certification Bursary Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the CNA Certification Bursary program?
To be eligible for the CNA Certification Bursary program, you must:
Current CRNNL registrant
Nursing employment in Newfoundland and Labrador
Applying for CNA certification or re-certification
What expenses are eligible under CNA Certification Bursary?
Obtaining CNA certification
Re-certification through continuous learning
Re-writing the CNA certification exam
Who can I contact for more information about the CNA Certification Bursary?
You can contact Newfoundland and Labrador Registered Nurses' Education and Research Trust by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the CNA Certification Bursary available?
The CNA Certification Bursary program is available the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Is the CNA Certification Bursary a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CNA Certification Bursary is a Grant and Funding