How to Apply for the Early Learning and Child Care Scholarship 2024

The Early Learning and Child Care Scholarship is currently accepting applications and provides excellent funding to support your pursuit of your early childhood development vocation. This scholarship is intended to help you reach your objectives, regardless of whether you’re just beginning your schooling or are employed in the industry. Everything you should know is as follows:

When is Application Deadline:

Application Deadline: September 15, 2024.

Tell Me About the Award:

This scholarship aims to assist those living in the NWT who are dedicated to furthering their education in the field of early childhood development. The scholarship aims to reduce post-secondary education costs and motivate students to support the local early childhood education sector by offering financial help.

Which Fields are Eligible?

Early Learning and Child Care

Type:

Scholarship

Who can Apply for the Early Learning and Child Care Scholarship?

Eligibility

• Be an NWT resident.
• Be a part-time or full-time student attending an accredited post-secondary institution in-person or online.
• Enrolled in a diploma or degree program with a direct focus in early childhood development.

Preference may be given to those:

• Are enrolled in their first year of study.
• Who have not received an Early Learning and Child Care Scholarship before.
• From a small NWT community (any community other then Hay River, Fort Smith, Fort Simpson, Inuvik, Norman Wells, or Yellowknife).
• Planning on returning to the NWT after graduation to pursue a career in early childhood development.
• Part-time applicants currently working in licensed early learning and child care programs.

Which Countries are Eligible?

All nationalities

Where will Award be Taken?

Canada

How Many Awards?

Not specified

What is the Benefit of the Early Learning and Child Care Scholarship?

• For Part-Time Students: Receive up to $500 per course, with a maximum of $2,500 per school year.
• For Full-Time Students: Receive a substantial $5,000 per school year.

This funding can cover various expenses, including tuition, books, and other educational materials, allowing you to focus on your studies and professional growth.

How to Apply for the Early Learning and Child Care Scholarship:

Applying for the Early Learning and Child Care Scholarship is simple:

1. Complete the Application: https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca/en/elcc-scholarship
2. Prepare Supporting Documents: Gather any necessary documents to support your application, such as proof of enrollment and letters of recommendation.
3. Submit Your Application: Send your completed application and supporting documents via email to earlylearning@gov.nt.ca.

Visit Award Webpage for Details