Pathways to Practice Scholarship 2026 Application

Pathways to Practice Scholarship 2026 Application

The Pathways to Practice Scholarship supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled in health or health-related degrees. It helps cover the costs of attending professional conferences, giving recipients valuable opportunities for learning, networking, and career growth. The scholarship also aims to bring fresh ideas and knowledge back to Aboriginal Community Controlled Health organisations, benefiting communities across the sector.

Section 1: Applicant Information

Personal Details
Full Name

First NameLast Name
Preferred Name (if different)
Date of Birth
Email Address
Phone Number (Mobile)
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Alternative Phone Number
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Current Mailing Address
Are you of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent?
Emergency Contact Name
Emergency Contact Phone NumberPhone Number (Mobile)
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Relationship to you

Section 2: Community Connection

Please attach your Confirmation of Aboriginality.
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Confirmation of Aboriginality
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Section 3: Education Details
Name of Educational Institution (Where you study)
Degree/Program Enrolled In (e.g.,Bachelor of Nursing, Master of Public Health)
Year of Study (e.g. 1st year, 2nd year, final year)
Expected Completion Date
Current Enrollment Status
Student ID Number
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Upload Current Enrolment Verification

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Section 4: Financial Information

This section is for data collection purposes only to record our impact.
Do you receive ABSTUDY
If yes, which type of ABSTUDY?

Other
Are you in receipt of any other scholarships or bursaries?
If yes, please list all scholarships/bursaries, amounts, and what they cover:

Section 5: Conference Details
Conference Name
Conference Dates (start date to end date)
Conference Location (City/State)
Conference Organiser/Host Organisation
Conference Website URL
Upload Conference Program or Brochure (showing sessions, topics, speakers)

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Conference Registration Fee
Estimated Travel Costs (flights, transport)
Estimated Accommodation Costs (number of nights x night rate)
Estimated Meal Costs (per diem for days not covered by conference)
Other costs (please specify)
Total Amount Requested

Section 6: ACCH Sector Commitment

Are you currently employed at an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation?
- Describe what ACCH means to you
- How ACCH services differ from mainstream health services
- Your understanding of community governance and self-determination in health
What do you know about Aboriginal Community Controlled Health? (300 words max)

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- Your career intentions within the ACCH sector
- Specific roles or organisations you're interested in
- How your skills will contribute to the sector
- Your long-term commitment beyond initial employment
Do you see yourself working in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health? Why? (300 words max)

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Section 7: Conference Relevance
- How does it align with your studies?
- How does it connect to your ACCH career goals?
- What makes this conference strategic for your professional development?
Why have you chosen this specific conference? (300 words max)

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- List specific sessions, topics, or speakers you plan to engage with
- Explain what knowledge/skills you aim to gain
- Describe how you've researched the conference program
What do you hope to learn from attending this conference? (250 words max)

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How will you apply knowledge gained at the conference to ACCH practice? (250 words max)
- How will the knowledge gained benefit community-controlled health settings
- How will you share knowledge with the broader ACCH sector?
- Specific ways you plan to implement new knowledge
Max 250 words

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Section 8: Community Service Commitment
How will the knowledge and experience you gain from this conference benefit your community? (300 words max)
- Your understanding of reciprocal obligation
- Commitment to returning knowledge to community
- Plans to maintain community connections throughout your career
How will the knowledge and experience you gain from this conference benefit your community? (300 words max)

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Section 9: Additional Information
Have you attended professional conferences before?
If yes, please list conferences attended and years.
Is there anything else you'd like us to know about your application? (Optional, 150 words max)

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Section 10: Declarations and Consent

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Section 1: Applicant Information