Professional development grants

This programme is administered on a 'fast-track' basis, which means we aim to make a decision on an application within one month of receiving it.

Who can apply?

The following can apply for this grant:

• 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.

Volunteers are not eligible to apply for this grant programme.

Amount of grant

A maximum of 50% of the fees (up to £750 a year) may be awarded to individuals, whose applications must be supported by their employer.

Courses with fees less than £200 are not eligible for funding.

How to apply

To apply for a professional development grant, please download and complete the application form and send it to the grants team at Help the Hospices.

Please read the guideline notes before you begin your application. 

Acknowledgements

Halifax Bank of Scotland (HBOS)

HBOS makes a generous contribution to support this grant programme. Its grants contribute towards the cost of paid staff in UK hospices attending bereavement courses, conferences and workshops.

Wolfson Foundation

We acknowledge the generous contribution made by the Wolfson Foundation towards this grant programme. Wolfson UK bursaries are available to doctors and nurses studying accredited palliative care courses. 

Further information

Please contact us for any more information about professional development grants or for help.