The Minns Labor Government has announced that applications are now open for the 2025 round of the Tertiary Health Study Subsidies Program, aimed at easing the financial burden on students pursuing healthcare degrees across New South Wales.
Starting from January 14, 2025, students can apply for significant financial support, potentially receiving up to $12,000 over their study period. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to bolster the healthcare workforce in the state by incentivizing students to enter and stay in the health sector.
The Minns Labor Government is encouraging students enrolled in healthcare degrees in NSW to apply for up to $12,000 in financial support to assist with their studies.
The subsidies are designed to cover various costs associated with higher education in healthcare, including tuition fees, technology purchases, travel expenses, or other personal costs related to their studies. This financial aid is not just limited to traditional health roles; it extends to students in paramedicine, Aboriginal health, dentistry, oral health therapy, and numerous allied health professions such as psychology, pharmacy, dietetics, and nuclear medicine.
Students who are successful in their applications will receive $4,000 annually for three years, aiding them throughout their degree. This support is conditional upon a five-year commitment to work within the NSW public health system post-graduation, ensuring that the state retains the talent it nurtures.
The investment in this program reflects the government’s commitment to public health, with a total of $121.9 million allocated over five years. This effort is part of a suite of actions by the Minns Labor Government aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery, including implementing safe staffing levels in emergency departments, providing permanent funding for over 1,100 full-time equivalent nurses and midwives, abolishing wage caps, and increasing salaries for healthcare workers.
For those interested in applying or learning more about eligibility and specific workforce groups, detailed information is available on the NSW Health website. This initiative not only supports students financially but also contributes significantly to the future of healthcare in New South Wales, ensuring that communities across the state have access to quality care when needed.