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CNA Certification Bursary
Support for CNA certification and recertification
Latest source updateLast Update: July 9, 2026Latest change: The CNA Certification Bursary page now accepts RN and NP registrants of the NL College of Nurses, and the application form content is newly visible with required declarations and fields.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 9, 2026
Latest change: The CNA Certification Bursary page now accepts RN and NP registrants of the NL College of Nurses, and the application form content is newly visible with required declarations and fields.
CNA Bursary Eligibility and Form Updated
The CNA Certification Bursary page now states that applications are accepted from current RN and NP registrants of the NL College of Nurses, replacing the earlier CRNNL wording and adding a note that Inactive (On Leave) registrants may become Trust members by paying the $10 membership fee. The CNA Certification Bursary Application Form also now exposes the actual form content, including required-reading links, applicant declarations, and the information fields that must be completed before submission.
Funding available
$ 500
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Who can apply
Current RN and NP registrants of the NL College of Nurses in any practice setting or employment position
See full eligibility
Overview
CNA Certification Bursary provides up to $500 to current RN and NP registrants of the NL College of Nurses in Newfoundland and Labrador to support CNA certification. It covers CNA Certification exam costs, re-certification by continuous learning, and related out-of-pocket expenses.
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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 $
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Current RN and NP registrants of the NL College of Nurses in any practice setting or employment position
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
Selection criteria
- Preference is given to current practicing members.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the application requirements
- Read the application requirements document before starting.
- Prepare the supporting documentation requested for the application.
- Step 2: Complete the online form
- Fill out the CNA Certification Bursary online application form.
- Provide the required personal, employment, certification, and funding information.
- Step 3: Submit before the deadline
- Submit the completed application online by the applicable deadline.
- Late applications are not considered.
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
What is the CNA Certification Bursary?
CNA Certification Bursary provides up to $500 to current RN and NP registrants of the NL College of Nurses in Newfoundland and Labrador to support CNA certification. It covers CNA Certification exam costs, re-certification by continuous learning, and related out-of-pocket expenses.
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 RN or NP registrant of the NL College of Nurses
Employed in nursing in Newfoundland and Labrador
Writing the CNA Certification exam or receiving re-certification in the current year
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