ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF FEDERAL FUNDING

This program is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a 4-year award totaling $1,399,297.00 with 0% financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information, please visit HRSA.gov.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

All components of your application, including CV and recommendations, must be submitted electronically by Monday, July 22, 2024, 11:59PM Tucson time (Mountain Standard Time). Please note that the deadline has been extended to Thursday, July 25, 2024, 11:59PM Tucson time (Mountain Standard Time).

AWARD DECISIONS

Traineeship awardees will be notified by Friday, August 9, 2024, before 11:59 PM.

IMPORTANT

Please read this entire application before proceeding. Follow instructions carefully. This form does not allow you to save incomplete responses and return at a later time due to data encryption; therefore, make sure you have all information prepared and ready to submit.

The BHWET grant has an emphasis on clinical site placement serving high demand, rural, and underserved areas and populations. Stipends may be used to defray educational and travel expenses associated with PMHNP training. Please keep this in mind when applying for this stipend/traineeship. 

• Longitudinal clincal placements may include possible travel to Kingman, Bullhead City, Flagstaff, Apache Junction, Yuma or Prescott.
• There is a mandatory 4-week clinical placement at Tuba City Regional Health Care. Student housing in Tuba City is available for $10/night and cost is the responsibility of the trainee.

All applications will be scored based on set rubric criteria up to a total possible 100 points:

• 15 points - Your Grade Point Average (we will check your GPA)
• 25 points - One (1) Letter of Recommendation and Faculty Reference
• 15 points - Curriculum Vitae
• 15 points - Demographics
• 30 points - Three (3) Essays 

The PDF below includes information about the UArizona BHWET Program goals and student eligibility, requirements, and benefits. You are welcome to share, download, and/or print this information if you wish.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Kelly McLain (kmclain@arizona.edu) prior to submitting your application. Please allow 48 business hours for a response.

One (1) Letter of Recommendation

May be from a College of Nursing instructor or advisor, or a member of the community. Recommendation is limited to no more than 500 words and should describe:

• your academic performance, and/or
• career goals and passions, and/or
• professional qualities.

Individuals recommending you should go to the following link to complete their recommendation: https://form.jotform.com/241795828512162   

Recommendations received from someone other than the designated author will not be accepted.

One (1) Faculty Reference

Please provide the name and email of a College of Nursing instructor or advisor who we may reach out to. If a faculty member submitted your Letter of Recommendation, your Faculty Reference should be different individual.

About CV's

Note, a CV is not the same as a resume. The purpose of a CV is to provide a full picture of the breadth and depth of your knowledge in one or more areas of proficiency. It includes some of the same information as a resume, however it also includes a full listing of your work experience, volunteer activities, clinical or academic awards, and publications. It's important for your CV to highlight your skills/talents, accomplishments and work ethic. Unlike a resume, a CV is not limited to one page. Please upload either in PDF or MS Word format (.pdf, .doc, or .docx).

General Information

Rural and/or Underserved Community

Our program reports to HRSA whether you currently live or grew up in a defined rural or underserved area. 

Rural? To determine rural background, enter your current and prevous addresses in the search box at the following link:  HRSA Rural Info.

Underserved? To determine if your community is underserved (health professional shortage area), enter information at the following link: HRSA Shortage Area.

Disadvantaged Background

Are you from a disadvantaged background?  Please review the information that outlines federal definitions and examples of what may qualify.  If you have experienced situations such as these, please check YES below and use the text box to briefly describe how you meet the definition.

Environmentally Disadvantaged
A person’s environment inhibited them from obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to enroll in and graduate from a health professions school.

Economically Disadvantaged
A person from a family with an annual income below a level based on low-income thresholds, according to family size established by the U.S. Census Bureau, adjusted annually for changes in the Consumer Price Index, and adjusted by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, for use in all health professions programs. A family is a group of two or more people. (The Secretary updates these income levels in the Federal Register annually.)

Educationally Disadvantaged
A person who comes from a social, cultural, or educational environment that has demonstrably and directly inhibited the person from obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to develop and participate in a health professions education or training program.

Military Service

Are you currently or have you ever served in the military? Please indicate your affiliation status.

Reflecting on the following essay prompts, please compile all three responses into ONE (1) document and upload to the link below. (MS Word .doc or .docx format)

Essay 1:

How would you characterize the University of Arizona's Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training (BHWET) program based on your perception of its goals and objectives? (May be up to 250 words)

Essay 2:

Describe three of your professional goals that align with the BHWET program goals. (May be up to 250 words)

Essay 3:

Please describe a specific instance from your personal or professional experience demonstrating your commitment to fostering a diverse behavioral health workforce and promoting health equity by reducing disparities. (May be up to 250 words)

I agree that by completing this application I am requesting to participate in the BHWET program including agreeing to:

• Longitudinal clinical placement in select rural and/or underserved communities as approved by the College of Nursing.
• Placement in a mandatory 4-week clinical experience located in Tuba City, AZ.
• Participation in required didactic activities.

I am requesting traineeship support. I understand that award amounts and continued funding is not guaranteed, contingent upon continued funding from the granting agency, and contingent upon my adherence to the program requirements and eligibility criteria. I understand that stipends:

• May be used to defray educational and travel expenses associated with PMHNP training within rural and underserved communities.
• Will not exceed $28,352 per year.
• Will be divided over three semesters.

Funding amounts are partially based on tuition rates and are adjusted by the University of Arizona, Office of Student Support & Community Engagement and are subject to approval by the UA Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.