NEW - Can I receive a Grant for the CLPNA Spring Conference?
The Foundation has pre-approved grants of a maximum of $100 towards the registration fee for eligible applicants registering for both days (two days) of CLPNA's Spring Conference.
Applicants must meet the Grant Guidelines eligibility requirements and apply for the Grant using a Grant Application Form. For the convenience of LPNs registering for the Conference online at www.clpnaconference.com, an online Grant Application Form is included as part of the registration process.
Who can apply for a Grant?
Education Grants are available to LPNs residing in Alberta who have an Active Practice Permit from the CLPNA. Submission of an Application does not guarantee approval.
UPDATED What courses qualify for a Grant?
UPDATED - (Apr 1/11) - There is no longer a set list of Approved Courses that qualify for the Education Grant Program.
Starting with the April 30, 2011 Grant Application Deadline, eligible applicants to the Education Grant Program:
- May be approved for Event and Short Term Funding which will enhance the applicant's current LPN position or improve the applicant's chances of a new LPN position (ex. Foot Care, Gerontology, Immunization, IM/ID Injections, Infusion Therapy, Leadership, Mental Health, Orthopedics, Palliative Care, Research, etc.).
- May be approved for Long Term Funding that supports LPNs remaining in the profession (ex. Degree in Human Service Administration, etc.).
Examples of eligible Short Term Courses:
| Foot Care |
Leadership |
| Gerontology |
Orthopedics |
| Infusion Therapy |
Operating Room |
| Intramuscular/Intradermal (IM/ID) |
Palliative Care |
| Immunization Certificate |
Research |
| Mental Health |
& more.... |
UPDATED Can I receive a Grant for courses taken while enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters Degrees?
The funding is intended to support LPNs to develop additional knowledge and skills within the profession of practical nursing and is not intended for development of LPNs to a position outside the profession. (ex. A Bachelors of Human Service Administration may be eligible for funding.)
What expenses qualify for Grant funding?
The goal of CLPNA is to ensure eligible applicants have the opportunity to receive some level of Grant funding. Grants are intended to help with the cost of tuition for education intended to enhance knowledge and skills of the LPN within the profession.
Transportation and accommodation requests must meet Grant Guideline criteria and are pre-determined amounts based on the distance from the LPN’s residence to the education location.
Reimbursement requests for additional expenses such as books, materials, or lost wages will not be considered.
Applications will be reviewed on an individual basis and must be for a minimum of $100.00.
Additional funding may be available to approved applicants whose employer has formally partnered with the Foundation for this purpose. Funding Partners are identified on the Grant Application Form.
When should I apply? How do I know which Application Deadline to apply for?
There are four Application Deadlines each year:
- January 31
- April 30
- July 31
- October 31
For the course to be eligible for a certain Application Deadline, the date of course completion must fall in a period that extends from six months before the Application Deadline to six months after the Application Deadline. See the below list of Application Deadlines.
- Determine the date you will finish your course. This is your “date of course completion”.
- Compare the “date of course completion” against the upcoming Application Deadlines to determine when to apply:
Upcoming Application Deadline Dates
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The date of course completion is between:
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Application Deadline
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May 1, 2011 and April 30, 2012
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October 31, 2011
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August 1, 2011 and July 31, 2012
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January 31, 2012
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November 1, 2011 and October 31, 2012
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April 30, 2012
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February 1, 2012 and January 31, 2013
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July 31, 2012
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May 1, 2012 and April 30, 2013
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October 31, 2012
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Future Application Deadlines occur every three months.
For example, if your course completion date is November 15, 2011, the course is eligible for the following Application Deadlines: July 31, 2011 or October 31, 2011 or January 31, 2012.
Can I apply for a Grant before completing the course?
Yes. See "When should I apply?" above.
How often may I apply for a Grant?
Applicants may apply for funding once per Application Deadline and priority may be given to first time applicants.
When will I be notified if I've been approved for a Grant?
The Selections Committee of the Foundation reviews each application individually and will notify applicants in writing within six (6) weeks after the Application Deadline. The Selections Committee will approve, deny, or may require more information. Information regarding application status will not be released over the phone. Decisions of the Selections Committee are final.
Do I need my Supervisor to sign the Addendum: Funding Partnership section of the Grant Application Form? What are the Funding Partnerships?
Currently, ONLY employees of The Capital Care Group Foundation should have their Supervisor fill out and sign this section of the Grant Application Form to be considered for additional funding (if eligible or applicable).
The Education Foundation is exploring funding partnerships with Alberta's LPN Employers and Health Regions to share the financial burden of valuable continuing education between LPNs, the Foundation, and LPN employers. Currently, we have one partnership established with "The Capital Care Group Foundation". As new funding partnerships are established, details will be posted here.
How do I receive my Grant cheque?
In the letter from the Selections Committee, approved applicants will receive a list of required items that must be submitted before a grant cheque is disbursed. Total grant funds are not distributed until the Foundation receives original tuition receipts and proof of successful course completion and any other items the Foundation requests from the applicant. DO NOT send these items with your Application Form.
Applicants approved for grants over $1000 may receive partial funding before course completion by submitting verification of enrollment and original tuition receipt(s).
The required items must be received by the Foundation before the date indicated on the letter or your grant will be forfeit.
Grant cheques are processed within the last week of every month and mailed out when processing is finalized. Requests to expedite the processing of approved grant funds are not accepted.
Grant awards are non-transferable to any other individual or course.
How do I apply for a Grant?
Before applying, please review the Grant Guidelines and the above Frequently Asked Questions to ensure you and your course(s) qualify. Then print a Grant Application, fill in all requested information, and mail or fax it to the Foundation. Only complete and eligible applications will be considered.
UPDATED CURRENT GRANT APPLICATION
Need help?
First, please carefully read these FAQ's and the Grant Guidelines. We've found that most questions are answered in these documents.
If you still require assistance, contact the Foundation's Grant Administrator, Nicolle Wilhauk, at Foundation@clpna.com or (780) 484-8886.