Nursing and Midwifery Studies Assistance
Applications for 2026-27 Nursing and Midwifery Studies Assistance are now open. Apply now.
NT Health, through the Office of the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer (OCNMO), provides financial assistance to eligible nurses and midwives undertaking further study.
The Nursing and Midwifery Studies Assistance Program supports workforce development by helping nurses and midwives gain qualifications that enhance clinical capability and contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care across the Northern Territory.
Funding is allocated through a competitive assessment process and is guided by identified nursing and midwifery workforce priorities. Reimbursement is not guaranteed for all applicants and may not cover the full cost of study.
About the studies assistance
The purpose of the studies assistance program is to offer financial support by reimbursing educational expenses directly related to an accredited course that leads to an academic qualification.
Assistance is granted through a competitive selection process, and reimbursement is not guaranteed for all applicants. Additionally, the funding provided may not cover all expenses associated with the course.
Postgraduate
Postgraduate studies assistance is available to registered nurses and midwives who:
- are employed by NT Health in a nursing or midwifery position of more than 0.5 FTE
- have been continuously employed by NT Health for at least two years.
Casual employees are not postgraduate studies assistance.
Undergraduate
Enrolled nurses who:
- are employed by NT Health in a position greater than 0.5 FTE
- have been continuously employed by NT Health for at least two years.
Registered Undergraduate Students of Nursing and Midwifery (RUSoN/M)
RUSoN/M employees who:
- have been employed by NT Health in a casual or part-time RUSoN/M role for at least six months.
This support assists eligible applicants to obtain an undergraduate qualification leading to registration as a nurse or midwife.
2026-27 key dates
Applications open: 28 July 2026 (semester 1) and February 2027.
Applications close: 25 August 2026 (semester 1) and March 2027.
Applicants notified: late September 2026 and April 2027.
Who can apply
To be eligible for Nursing and Midwifery Studies Assistance, applicants must:
Registration requirements
Be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA):
- as an Enrolled Nurse (EN), Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Midwife, with no conditions or restrictions on registration; or
- as a nursing and/or midwifery student, with no conditions or restrictions on registration.
Employment requirements
EN/RN/Midwife applicants must:
- be employed by NT Health at greater than 0.5 FTE
- have completed at least two years of continuous employment with NT Health.
RUSoN/M applicants must:
- have held a casual or part-time RUSoN/M position with NT Health for at least six months.
Study requirements
Applicants must:
- be enrolled in an accredited course that leads to a recognised academic qualification relevant to nursing or midwifery
- have successfully completed at least 25% of the course (or equivalent), excluding recognised prior learning or credit transfers
- provide evidence of Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) status, if applicable
- indicate whether they are studying with a partner university offering NT Health reduced fees, such as the University of Tasmania (UTAS)
- declare any funding received from other sources for the course
- provide evidence of payment for course fees for the relevant academic year (for example, a tax receipt or HELP statement available through MyGov and the Australian Taxation Office).
How to apply
To apply for studies assistance please follow these steps:
Step 1. Read the business rules
Download and review the 2026/27 Nursing and Midwifery Studies Assistance Business Rules DOCX (1.9 MB). These describe the eligibility requirements, application process, assessment criteria and funding arrangements
Step 2. Prepare your supporting documents
All applicants must provide:
- official confirmation of enrolment
- complete course structure
- official statement of results/academic transcript
- proof of payment of course fees for the 2026 academic year i.e. tax receipt or HELP loan program (HELP statement accessed via your Australian Taxation Office myGov account)
- Applicant statutory declaration DOCX (21.1 KB) - giving details of any funding you have received from other sources.
Step 3. Submit your application
Complete and submit the online application form.
(Note: only those with Northern Territory Government access can apply. Please ensure you are logged in as a NTG user before applying.)
All applications and supporting documents must be submitted online before the closing date.
Applications submitted by mail, email or fax will not be accepted.
For detailed application requirements, refer to the business rules.
Funding
Studies assistance is provided as a reimbursement payment to successful applicants. Funding amounts are based on the qualification being undertaken.
2026–27 Studies assistance funding
NT Health role | AFQ level | Qualification | Amount reimbursed per individual (per unit)*, up to the value of | Amount reimbursed per individual (if receiving 50% UTAS reduced fees)*, up to the value of |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Registered undergraduate student of nursing/midwifery (RUSoN/M) | Level 7 | Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Midwifery | $2,000 | $1,000 |
Enrolled nurse (EN) | Level 7 | Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Midwifery | $2,000 | $1,000 |
Registered nurse (RN)/midwife (M) | Level 8 | Graduate Certificate | $2,000 | $1,000 |
Level 8 | Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) | $2,000 | $1,000 | |
Level 8 | Bachelor of Midwifery | $2,000 | $1,000 | |
Level 8 | Graduate Diploma | $2,000 | $1,000 | |
Level 9 | Master’s Degree | $4,000 | $2,000 |
*Tuition fees only, excludes student services and amenities fees.
Contact
Office of Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer
Phone: 1800 000 648
Email: nursingandmidwifery.health@nt.gov.au
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