Akaroa Community Health Scholarship

2026 Criteria

Awarded  to one person over the age of 18 who;

• has a home address within the Akaroa Health catchment area (Banks Peninsula from Birdlings flat to Port Levy)

• has enrolled in a health-related tertiary programme (e.g. nursing, medicine, physiotherapy, midwifery or allied health).

• is studying at a recognised New Zealand tertiary institution (University, Ara Institute of Canterbury, or equivalent provider).

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​Scholarship Package

1. Financial Award - A one-off payment of NZD $5,000 to support study-related costs such as tuition, accommodation, equipment, or travel.

2. Work / Placement Support - Opportunity for holiday employment or clinical placement experience at Akaroa Health, aligned to the student’s field of study.

Roles may include:

• Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

• District nursing support

• Practice administration or clinical support

All placements are subject to suitability, supervision capacity, and safety checks.

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3. Pathway Commitment

Akaroa Health will offer:

• Priority consideration for graduate placements (nurse or GP positions).

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Selection Process

Applicants must complete the Akaroa Health Scholarship Application Form and submit it by 1 November 2026 to: generalmanager@akaroahealth.nz

Selection panel may include:

• Akaroa Health Staff

• Akaroa Board or Trust members

Selection based on:

• Commitment to a career in health

• Academic achievement and personal motivation

• Demonstrated community involvement or leadership.

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Terms and conditions

Successful applicants will be advised by email by 11 December.

Payment made upon provision of proof of enrolment and acceptance to an eligible health programme, and verified bank account details.

Scholarship administered by Akaroa Health Ltd