Student Education Funding
The Interlake - Eastern Regional Health Authority (IERHA) offers educational funding to assist in the development of healthcare professionals for the region.

The IERHA will provide a pre-determined monetary amount to contribute to tuition and books per academic year to full-time or parttime students who are pursuing a career in a healthcare profession that is of mutual value to the applicant and the organization (ex. RN, LPN, HCA, Health Information Management, pharmacy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, social worker, etc.).

Applicants must be currently completing an accredited education program leading to a degree, diploma or certificate in a healthcare  profession. Funding is conditional upon a Return of Service Agreement. Students may receive funding to a maximum of two (2) times.

How to Apply
Applications will be accepted between April 1st and June 30th of each year and will be considered within that fiscal year. If courses have been completed within the fiscal year funding may still be obtained.

Applicants are required to submit the following documents to Human Resources:

• Cover letter
• Current resume
• Student Education Funding Application Form (download at www.ierha.ca > Careers > Future Employees > Student Education Funding
• Confirmation of registration or transcripts
• Two (2) written letters of references

Applicants shall be considered based on the following:

• Employees of the Interlake – Eastern Regional Health Authority who hold an FTE
• Self-identifying Indigenous students*
• Residents of the Interlake-Eastern region

Return of Service

Upon being approved for funding, the recipient is required to complete a Return of Service Agreement, based on full-time hours for that classification for every year assistance is provided and stipulates the following conditions:

• Sign a Return of Service Agreement
• Three months prior to graduation the applicant will discuss opportunities for employment with
  a representative of the IERHA.
• The applicant will apply for posted vacant positions and within three months of graduation commence employment with the IERHA.
• Within three months of graduation, the applicant will obtain licensure/registration with the appropriate licensing/registering body if applicable.
• The applicant agrees to remain in the employ of the IERHA for a designated period of time.
• In the event the applicant does not complete the program of study, secure a position with
  the IERHA, or complete the return of service, the value of the funding provided (less prorated return of service) becomes due immediately and repayable to the Interlake Eastern Regional Health Authority.