The Commonwealth Scholarships Program for Young Australians delivered by BUSYAtWORK provides scholarships of up to $13 000 for people wanting to participate in vocational education and training.
People aged 15 to 24 living in Shepparton, Mooroopna, Tatura, Echuca, Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia and Kyabram are eligible for the program.
Shepparton GoTAFE chief executive Travis Heeney encouraged people to apply.
“We encourage everybody eligible to take the time to apply for this fantastic scholarship opportunity,” Mr Heeney said.
“In the current environment, financial assistance like this can go a long way towards helping you achieve your study goals.”
The program targets occupations identified in growth industries, including in-demand occupations such as childcare, counselling, engineering, finance and agriculture.
BUSYatWORK, work in collaboration with local registered training organisations to deliver the program.
Scholarship recipients will complete a VET course and receive up to $3000 for a 20-day internship.
Greater Shepparton is the only area in Victoria eligible for the program and priority will be given to ex-defence force personnel, indigenous Australians and people who have a disability or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Applicants must have applied or intended to apply for an eligible VET qualification from Certificate III to Advanced Diploma levels.
For more information or to apply, visit www.busyatwork.com.au/scholarship-program-for-young-australians/
Applications close Friday, July 24.
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