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Professional Development Grants

To apply for this grant, please download and complete the form APPLICATION FORM
Please read the guidleines before you begin GUIDELINES .
The programme is administered on a 'fast-track' basis; we aim to make a decision on an application within one month of receiving it.

  • Professional Development Grants help to support the cost of individuals' continuing professional development.
  • Staff in independent voluntary hospices are eligible for funding towards attending accredited courses (at certificate, diploma and degree level), conferences, and study days across a wide range of disciplines.
  • Funding for staff in NHS units, other hospices or in nursing homes is exclusively for training in palliative care.
  • A maximum of 50% of the fees (up to £750 pa) may be awarded to individuals whose applications must be endorsed by their employer.
  • Courses with fees less than £200 are not eligible for funding.
  • Volunteers must apply through Vounteer Training & Development Grants .



  • Acknowledgements

    HBOS

    We acknowledge the generous contribution made by HBOS to support the Professional Development Grant Programme.The purpose of these grants is to contribute towards the cost of paid staff and volunteers in UK hospices attending bereavement courses, conferences and workshops.

    Wolfson Foundation

    We acknowledge the generous contribution made by the Wolfson Foundation to support the Professional Development Grant Programme. Wolfson Foundation Bursaries are available to doctors/nurses studying accredited palliative-care courses.

    Daisy Foundation
    Daisy Foundation Logo We acknowledge the generous contribution made by the Daisy Foundation to support the Professional Development Grant Programme. Daisy Foundation Awards are available to staff in independent voluntary hospices studying accredited non-clinical management courses.


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