Commonwealth Prac Payment (Vocational Education and Training) Program

Grant Description

The CPP (VET) Program provides demand-driven, cost-of-living support to domestic Diploma of Nursing students undertaking mandatory practicums by offering indexed weekly payments (benchmarked to Austudy) for placements of 30+ hours per week, up to a maximum of 400 practicum hours, with ongoing funding to support up to 5,000 students annually. It aims to reduce financial barriers that could lead to deferral or withdrawal from study, ensuring students gain essential hands-on clinical experience without undue economic hardship. The program also contributes to workforce sustainability by encouraging timely completion of nursing qualifications and promoting equity of access for students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.

What It Funds

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Eligibility Criteria

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