About
The Department of Health, Victoria is the government agency responsible for health policy and services in the Australian state of Victoria. Their mission is to help Victorians stay healthy and safe, and deliver a world-class healthcare system that leads to better health outcomes for all Victorians. The department supports the vision of Victorians being the healthiest people in the world, overseeing hospitals, health services, public health initiatives, mental health, aged care, primary and community health, and alcohol and drug programs across the state.
Funding Opportunities
Nursing and Midwifery Graduate Sign-on Bonus
The Nursing and Midwifery Graduate Sign-on Bonus is a $5,000 payment available to nursing and midwifery graduates who complete their degrees in 2022, 2023, or 2024 and start their careers in Victorian public health services. The program is part of Victoria's commitment to strengthen the nursing and midwifery workforce. The bonus is paid in two instalments: the first $2,500 is paid after the graduate submits their claim, and the second $2,500 is paid after completing 2 full years of continuous employment with an eligible Victorian public health service. To be eligible, graduates must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, have completed an eligible Australian undergraduate nursing, midwifery, or double degree program, and start as a graduate nurse or midwife in the same calendar year or the year immediately following course completion. The program is funded through the Victorian Government Department of Health and administered by the Department of Government Services and the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions.
Re-entry to practice pathway scholarships for nurses and midwives
As part of the Making it free to study nursing and midwifery initiative, the Department of Health is offering scholarships for up to 25 registered nurses and midwives each year, for 4 years from 2022-23, to return to practice via the re-entry pathway. The re-entry to practice pathway supports those who have previously held registration as a registered nurse or midwife in Australia, but do not meet the current requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) to hold registration. These nurses and midwives are required to complete a NMBA approved re-entry to practice program to return to clinical practice in Australia. The funding support will contribute to course costs and associated living expenses during study, including while completing clinical placements. In 2026, 25 re-entry to nursing scholarships will be delivered by La Trobe University.
At a Glance
- Total Funding Opportunities
- 2
- Active Now
- 2
- Source Domain
- health.vic.gov.au
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