How to Get Grants for a Career Change in Nursing
If you are a college student or professional who wants to make a career change, nursing can be a fulfilling field and is one of the areas that lack staff and has a high demand. Nursing school can be costly. However, it's possible to get grants and scholarships for a career change.
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Workforce Trends
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Job seekers and students alike should follow the changing trends of the workforce. Most states have workforce development offices, which will allow you to see what areas your state sees as being in demand in the next several years. States are a large provider of nursing grants.
Alternative Grant Sources
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Aside from state grants, you might want to seek the assistance of private foundations to fund a career change in nursing. Grant and scholarship information is available on FoundationCenter.org through their individual search. As you search, it's important to narrow the parameters by searching by the state of residence and area of study.
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Application
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When preparing an application, include everything that the funder requires, or state why you cannot provide a specific document. Write a strong introduction to pique their interest. Answer essay questions thoughtfully, but be concise and try to establish a personal relationship with the reader. It's important to fill out the application completely, including a resume, references, and previous transcripts if applicable.
Improving Eligibility
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Volunteering at a local medical clinic or other location can improve your chance of getting a grant. Extracurricular programs and the involvement in a community can help you network and possibly help you discover sources to help fund your education.
Internships
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Internships or assistantships at your college or university may help you offset the costs of your tuition or reduce tuition and provides a way of enhancing your application for grants in nursing.
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