EMPLOYMENT & VOCATIONAL TRAINING SCHOLARSHIPS

Applications Assessed: October and May annually

Announcement of successful candidates: November and June annually.

Remember to save your progress on this form if you are intending on returning to complete it at a later date before submissions close. To do this click 'save' at the bottom of the form and you will be prompted to enter your email address. You will be sent a link to that email address; the link will enable you to return to your form to complete and submit it. If there is a chance that your preferences may change, it is recommended that you save your progress and only submit once your preferences are confirmed.

We strongly suggest that you read the Scholarship Guidelines before completing this application form. The guidelines can be found on the Education and Vocational Training Scholarships page on the website.

Please submit only ONE application form.
Please ensure all information is correct - particularly your email address and phone number (this is how we contact you)
When submitting your online application, a letter of support from your employer or educator MUST be uploaded with your application. If available this should include a copy of your signed training contract or training plan, short-course acceptance or any other material that will support your application. Please ensure your employer letter outlines the Award your employment is under. Failure to submit a letter verifying you are undertaking an apprenticeship, traineeship, pre-apprecticeship or short course will DISQUALIFY your application. The required letter of support should contain information about your financial hardship, any family distruption and/or circumstances which could prevent you from completion.

If you are experiencing any difficulties with the application process please email info@greatershepparton.foundation

APPLICANT CONTACT DETAILS

First Name *

Last Name *

Residential Address *

Postal Address *

Email Address *

Mobile Number *

ABOUT YOU AND YOUR FURTHER EDUCATION PLANS

Date of Birth *

Age *

Gender *

MaleFemaleNot Specific

Do you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander? *

YesNo

Please specify

What is your country of birth? *

AustraliaOther

Please specify

What is the current or last educational institution you attended? *

Aside from study, tell us what else you have been doing? *(For example, employment/sport)

SUPPORT YOU REQUIRE

What is the Apprenticeship, Traineeship or Vocational Training or short course you are undertaking? *

Are you eligible for financial support elsewhere? e.g. your Apprenticeship is on the Priority List *

Yes No Unsure

You can check the Australian Apprenticeship Priority List at the link below or speak with your support service or employer https://www.dewr.gov.au/resources/skills-support-individuals

Have you applied for support elsewhere? Please detail *

Describe the challenge and level of financial disadvantage you have faced that is making you seek this support? *(For example cost of fuel is a challenge, tools or course material is a challenge)

EMPLOYER, TRAINING PROVIDER OR SHORT COURSE DETAILS

Please list your employer or Training Provider's details here and discuss with them that you are applying for this scholarship support.

It is a requirement your employer, training provider or Australian Apprenticeship Support Network provide a letter of endorsement to confirm you are in need of the support as outlined in your application.

We will be contacting them to verify your application and discuss the support you have requested.

Name *

Phone Number *

Please upload a letter of support and any other supporting materials for your application

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Upload here a letter of support from your employer or educator. If available this should include a copy of your signed training contract or training plan, short-course acceptance or any other material that will support your application. Please ensure your employer letter outlines the Award your employment is under. This letter of support should contain information about your financial hardship, any family disruption and/or circumstances which could prevent you from completion.

Do you (the applicant) currently receive Centrelink benefits? *

YesNo

Other than you, does anyone in your household (ie. parent, partner, guardian) receive Centrelink benefits? *

YesNo

If you receive a scholarship how do you plan to use the funds? (e.g. uniforms, tools, travel, training, accommodation, PPE?) *

Is there anything else you would like to tell us about why you should be considered? *

CONSENT

I have read and understood the Scholarship Guidelines and certify that all information provided by me in this application is true and correct. In the event that my application is successful I agree to provide or participate in a promotional photo. This photo will be used by Greater Shepparton Foundation, GMLLEN and partners/sponsors in promoting the scholarship through print and digital mediums in promotion of the scholarship program. *

RESPONSIBLE PERSON

First Name *

Last Name *

Mobile Number *

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