Reach for the Skies with Rural Health Scholarship
By Petrina Smith
Tuesday, 03 February, 2015
Tuesday, 03 February, 2015
First year Nursing and allied health students in Victorian universities are invited to apply for the 2015 'Give Them Wings' health scholarship.
The scholarships, valued at $2,500 each are offered by the Royal Flying Doctor Service Victoria and Rural Health Workforce Australia and include a behind-the-scenes look at how the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) operates.
CEO of the RFDS Victoria Scott Chapman said the scholarships are designed to give country students a flying start at university.
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Applications for the 2015 鈥楪ive Them Wings鈥� scholarships close on 31 March.
Further details, including the application form, are available at
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