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Post Basic Course Bursary
Funding for nurses’ continuing education costs
Latest source updateLast Update: July 9, 2026Latest change: The bursary now explicitly includes RN and NP registrants of the NL College of Nurses, and the application page now shows a fuller form with updated declarations and required fields.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 9, 2026
Latest change: The bursary now explicitly includes RN and NP registrants of the NL College of Nurses, and the application page now shows a fuller form with updated declarations and required fields.
Eligibility and application form updated
The bursary description now accepts RN and NP registrants of the NL College of Nurses, and the membership note now refers to inactive (on leave) registration as eligible for Trust membership by paying the $10 Trust membership fee. The who can apply language was also broadened from CRNNL members only to RN or NP registrants in good standing, which expands the applicant pool. The Post Basic Course Bursary Application page now shows a fuller application form, including required declarations, links to the application requirements and eligibility criteria, and additional personal, employment, course, and budget fields that applicants must complete. The visible funding value remains up to $1000, with deadlines still listed as April 15th and October 15th.
Funding available
$ 1,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Overview
This bursary provides up to $1,000 to support registered nurses with self-paid continuing education costs. It is intended for post-basic courses, specialty certification exams other than CNA, and other activities that enhance nursing practice.
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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 : 1,000 $
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Health Services
Target groups
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Post-basic continuing education courses and programs for nurses
- Specialty certification exams other than CNA
Documents Needed
- Completed bursary application form
- Application requirements checklist
- Proof of registration or enrolment
- Budget details and other funding sources
- Supporting proof of completion or attendance after approval
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners
- RNs and NPs working in any practice setting or employment position
- Applicants obtaining specialty certification from an organization other than CNA
Who is not eligible
- Applicants seeking CNA specialty certification funding
- Applicants for individual courses toward a BN, MN, or PhD degree
- RNs who received a Trust Conference or Post Basic Specialty Course Bursary within the last 5 years
Eligible expenses
- Registration or tuition fees
- Travel and accommodation costs
- Other self-paid course or exam costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Individual courses completed toward a BN, MN, or PhD degree
- CNA specialty certification applications
- Using the bursary for a different activity if the planned event is not attended
Eligible geographic areas
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Selection criteria
- Relevance of the course or certification to nursing practice
- Applicant’s eligibility and completeness of the application
- Preference may be given to applicants with a practicing license
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the application requirements
- Read the checklist before starting.
- Confirm the supporting documentation required.
- Step 2: Complete the application form
- Fill in personal, employment, and course details.
- Provide budget information and other funding sources.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Use the online Post Basic Specialty Course Bursary Application form.
- Submit before the relevant deadline.
- Step 4: Provide follow-up proof if approved
- Send proof of completion or attendance and eligible cost documents.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the competition deadline
- Funding decisions are made in mid-late May for spring and mid-late November for fall
- Applicants are notified by email of the decision
- Successful applicants must submit proof before reimbursement is issued
Additional information
- Applications are accepted twice a year: spring and fall.
- If spring funding decisions are deferred, applicants do not need to resubmit.
- Successful applicants are reimbursed after submitting proof of completion or attendance.
- If other funding covers the full cost, applicants must accept that funding and return Trust funds if already received.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Post Basic Course Bursary Program
What is the Post Basic Course Bursary?
This bursary provides up to $1,000 to support registered nurses with self-paid continuing education costs. It is intended for post-basic courses, specialty certification exams other than CNA, and other activities that enhance nursing practice.
How much funding can be received?
Post Basic Course Bursary Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Post Basic Course Bursary program?
To be eligible for the Post Basic Course Bursary program, you must:
Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners
Must work in nursing in NL
Must be enrolled in a relevant post-basic course or program
What expenses are eligible under Post Basic Course Bursary?
Post-basic continuing education courses and programs for nurses
Specialty certification exams other than CNA
Who can I contact for more information about the Post Basic Course 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 Post Basic Course Bursary available?
The Post Basic Course Bursary program is available the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Is the Post Basic Course Bursary a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Post Basic Course Bursary is a Grant and Funding