Introduction:

King County Nurses Association is committed to supporting KCNA members with funds to attend continuing nursing education. The purpose of the project is to assist members who do not receive educational funding through their employer and to promote continued nursing education among members.

Courses must be provided by an approved accredited organization (ex. ANCC, AANP, CEU’s approved by the CA Board of Nursing, or CME certified) with contact hours awarded. Recipients will be randomly selected twice per year and notified of the selection within two weeks of the application deadline.

Applications deadlines are October 1 and March 1. We will annually fund a total of 10 awards of $500 each.



Criteria:

  • Must be a WSNA/KCNA member
  • Funds must be used for continuing nursing education.
  • Courses must be provided by an approved accredited organization (ex. ANCC, AANP, CEU’s approved by the CA Board of Nursing, or CME certified) with contact hours awarded.



Details:

  • Amount awarded: up to $500 with a total of 10 awards per year. There will be a fall and spring deadline with five awards offered for each time frame. Total budget: $5,000. (Funds are available to cover tuition, transportation, and/or lodging)
  • Applications will be accepted twice a year (Deadlines: Oct 1 (for offerings January 1-June 30) & March 1 (for offerings July 1-December 31).
  • Winners will be randomly selected and notified within two weeks of the application deadlines.
  • Reimbursement will take place after proof of attendance and/or completion of the course. Reimbursement must be requested within 30 days of the completion of the event.
  • Online courses must be completed within 6 months.


Frequently Asked Questions:

  • Can I apply for funds if I am seeking to fund a degree or certificate program?

    Funds are not available for someone seeking funding for a degree or certificate program. You should apply for a KCNA Scholarship.

  • Can funds be used to attend a conference to present a poster session?

    Yes, funds can be used if you are pursuing a degree and need to attend a conference to present a poster session.

  • Can I reapply for funds if I already received support?

    Yes, you can reapply for funds.

  • Are meals covered by the funds?

    No, meals are not covered.

Professional Development Fund Application

Professional Development Fund Application

(maximum $500) Funds are available to cover tuition, transportation, and/or lodging.

Special Project

The MentorLink project provides opportunities for new nurses and experienced nurses to connect, share and learn.

MENTORLINK

Nursing Events/Self Care

KCNA offers continuing nursing education and other events. Explore self-nurturing practices.

VIEW DETAILS

Donate to Scholarships

Support the next generation of registered nurses in King County!

DONATE
Share by: