NSCSW | Student Bursary Application

The Nova Scotia College of Social Workers exists to serve and protect Nova Scotians by effectively regulating the profession of social work.

As a member you have the ability to support the NSCSW in building a professional community that embodies the best of social work practice.

Ensuring Nova Scotians receive the services of skilled and competent social workers who are knowledgeable, ethical, qualified, and accountable to the people who receive social work services.

We establish, maintain, and regulate Standards of Professional Practice to ensure Nova Scotians receive the services of skilled and competent social workers who are knowledgeable, ethical, qualified, and accountable to the people who receive their services.

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Student Bursary Application

The College publishes the names of selected bursary recipients annually, online and in Connection magazine. Bursary recipients who are selected by the NSCSW Council will be invited to provide a high-resolution photo suitable for publication by the College, and will have the opportunity to either share an edited excerpt from their long-form answers or a brief personal statement.

Applications for 2025 student bursaries will close on October 31.

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Email*

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Are you a member of NSCSW?*

Yes

You must be an NSCSW member to apply. If you’re not sure whether you already have a student membership, please look for your name in the public registry, or contact us and ask. If you’re not a member yet, you can learn more about becoming a student member online.

University name:*

Year of study in program*

Confirmation of Enrolment:

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Please provide a letter or certificate of enrolment from the university. Most schools provide these either online via a student portal, or in-person at the registrar’s office.

I identify as

Applicant may choose to share how they self-identify (i.e. L’nu, cis-gendered, female, disAbled). Disclosure is optional.

What values, skills and knowledge do you hope to acquire from your social work education?*

Why is professionalism in social work practice important to you?*

How will this bursary help you achieve your professional goals?*

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Student Bursary Application

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