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Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream
Funding for psychotherapy students in Quebec
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec
Overview
This program offers $15,000 scholarships to students nearing completion of eligible psychotherapy-related master’s degrees. It supports training and entry into authorized practice in Quebec health and social services institutions, with covered OPQ file review fees.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Minimum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Pursuing the final stage of an eligible master’s degree in psychotherapy-related fields
- Preparing to practice psychotherapy in a participating Quebec health and social services institution
Documents Needed
- Completed commitment application form
- Recent CV
- University letter confirming enrollment
- Proof of student status
- Most recent official transcript
- Motivation letter
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students in clinical sexology master’s programs
- Students in applied marriage and family therapy master’s programs
- Applicants planning to work in Quebec health and social services institutions
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents
- Applicants who do not reside in Quebec
- Students not enrolled in an eligible master’s program
Eligible expenses
- Scholarship support of $15,000 per selected student
- OPQ file review fees for admissibility analysis
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Health and social services institutions under Santé Québec
- Nunavik
- James Bay Cree Territory
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the participating institution.
- Selected candidates must provide final diploma and OPQ permit documents before starting work.
- A funding agreement is required through the host institution.
- If commitments are not respected, repayment applies.
Additional information
- The scholarship can be combined with other MSSS or external scholarship programs.
- Only two applications may be submitted to eligible institutions at the same time.
- The scholarship requires a minimum two-year work commitment.
- If the commitment is not fulfilled, repayment is required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream. 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 Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream?
This program offers $15,000 scholarships to students nearing completion of eligible psychotherapy-related master’s degrees. It supports training and entry into authorized practice in Quebec health and social services institutions, with covered OPQ file review fees.
How much funding can be received?
Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream program?
To be eligible for the Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream program, you must:
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Resident of Quebec
Near completion of an eligible master’s degree
What expenses are eligible under Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream?
Pursuing the final stage of an eligible master’s degree in psychotherapy-related fields
Preparing to practice psychotherapy in a participating Quebec health and social services institution
Who can I contact for more information about the Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream?
You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream available?
The Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Psychotherapy Scholarships – Student Stream is a Grant and Funding