APPLICATION FOR FIRST NATIONS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS
SCHOLARSHIP FOR A DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Entry is open all year round. Consideration of applications will occur during the months of May and November each year.

The following is the non-exhaustive eligibility requirements for a scholarship:

1. Have a demonstrated ability and commitment to education and early childhood.
2. Be able to demonstrate being of First Nations descent.
3. Show a genuine need for support or assistance.
4. Be 18 years of age or older.
5. Provide two letters of support (one at least from your current early childhood education and care service provider, plus one more either personal or professional).

Successful applicants will be invited to sign a scholarship agreement confirming and committing to the following:

• the completion of the course with KKTC Education.
• provide appropriate and authorised images, videos and 3 short stories for publication every 12 months about your experience of studying;
• accept employment as an early childhood educator with an approved early childhood education and care service within 12 months of completing the course; and
• voluntarily provide a short essay within 12 months after your completion of your course on how First Nations' pedagogy and practices early childhood education and care can be incorporated into future practice for the benefit of all children, especially First Nations children.