Important Updates!
Note: The bursary opportunity is open to Canadian permanent residents and citizens, only. Funding is open on a first-come, first-served basis for eligible applicants. Funds are available until they have been exhausted.
If you are receiving any other funding or sponsorship to attend an Alberta licensed HCA program (Federal or Provincial), this must be disclosed to ABhcabursaries@NorQuest.ca. You may still be eligible for funding, however amounts may vary.
Students completing the HCA ELL (English Language Learner) program are not eligible for the HCA Bursary.
May 2024:
Due to the high volume of submitted applications in the last few weeks, funds have been exhausted for the HCA Tuition Bursary Program (HCATBP). Applications for HCATBP will no longer be accepted after May 7, 2024. Interested individuals may still be able to apply through the HCA Bursary application portal, however these applications for the HCATBP bursary will be declined.
December 2023:
The Financial Incentive Program (FIP) bursary will cease accepting applications effective December 31, 2023. If you wish to complete your application and potentially receive bursary funding, you will need to submit a completed* application prior to this date. *(Completed application means that all information and documents provided are correct as per the bursary requirements).
Effective March 2023:
- The bursary opportunity is open to applicants who are employed on a full-time, part-time or casual employment basis.
- If you are planning to work for an agency that is a First Nation and/or Métis settlement Continuing Care facility or Home Care Agency, please email ABhcabursaries@NorQuest.ca as soon as possible for further instructions.