Indigenous cadetships healthy aid

ABORIGINAL students undertaking their first undergraduate degree or postgraduate studies in a health qualification are now eligible to apply for the NT Health Aboriginal Cadetship Program.

Aimed to increase the number of Aboriginal health professionals on the frontline, the program supports skill shortage areas and develops future clinical and health professionals, with more financial support for 2020 cadets.

The five cadetships available in 2020 include a study allowance of up to $1200 per fortnight while engaged in full time studies, a book allowance of up to $1000 per year, an incentive payment of up to $4000 per year and 12 weeks paid on-the-job work placement during the university major academic breaks.

Health Minister Natasha Fyles said: “The successful delivery of high-quality health services for Territorians relies on trained Aboriginal health practitioners, particularly in remote communities”.

“We need more Aboriginal Territorians in frontline health environments, and this program is designed to support that, ultimately delivering a better patient experience across the Territory,” she said.

More information at health.nt.gov.au/careers/ indigenous-cadetships