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2 October, 2023

Vocational scholarships available for rural students

A new round of vocational scholarships are available for young rural Victorians wishing to undertake a TAFE qualification or apprenticeship. Youthrive Victoria’s 2024 Rural Chances Vocational Scholarships are designed to bridge the gap in skill...

By Maryborough Advertiser

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A new round of vocational scholarships are available for young rural Victorians wishing to undertake a TAFE qualification or apprenticeship.

Youthrive Victoria’s 2024 Rural Chances Vocational Scholarships are designed to bridge the gap in skill shortages across rural and regional parts of the state by facilitating access to education and training, helping students gain qualifications useful in rural communities.

Scholarships of $5000 are available for young people to assist with relocation or travel expenses, while $2000 scholarships to help cover education related costs are also available, with recipients receiving mentoring, leadership development and networking opportunities.

To meet the eligibility criteria of the scholarships, applicants will need to:

• Be 16-24 years of age
• Looking to undertake training or study in 2024
• Hold a current health care card or be able to provide evidence of significant financial hardship
• Identify a TAFE qualification (certificate III or above) they would like to enrol in or are enrolled in, or an apprenticeship they would like to undertake
• Be planning to train in a skill area where there are skills shortages in rural/regional Victoria
• Be willing to have a mentor supporting their learning
• Be willing to be accountable for the use of scholarship funds
• Be willing to participate in publicity/promotional material and research

Candidates are encouraged to apply before November 3, 2023.

For further information about the scholarships and to submit your application, visit www.youthrive
victoria.org.au/scholarships

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