The ACT Mental Health Scholarship Scheme began in 2010 and has been a great success. Many students praised the initiative with one student saying “Without this course, further study, I think would have been too daunting for me to even contemplate. I have felt supported and valued by my teachers and peers through this whole processes”.
Who is the scholarship for?
The scholarship scheme is for people who are 17 years or older, have a mental illness or mental disorder, and would like the opportunity to undertake studies in the Centre of Health, Community and Wellbeing at the CIT.
The aim of the scholarship scheme is to increase education opportunities for mental health consumers that strengthen their employment in the community sector, recognising the immense value offered by persons with an experience of mental illness.
How does it work?
As a small group, the students start their studies with two core subjects. These units are the ‘Mental Health Basics’ and ‘Introductions to Addictions’. After the students complete these units they gain a Statement of Attainment and are eligible to continue their studies in any of the following Certificate IV courses under the consumer scholarship scheme:
- Mental Health
- Alcohol and Other Drugs
- Community Development
- Youth Work
- Community Services Work.
The scholarship covers the course fees only. There is extra tutorial and pastoral support if needed and flexibility in the course. Applications are now open and close 22 November 2011. Below is a downloadable application pack.
| Download: | ACT Mental Health Consumer Scholarship Scheme Information Sheet 2012 (PDF File - 628k) |
