HSE Clinical Placement Grant: Who Qualifies and What You Get

This grant provides financial support to student nurses to help cover the necessary costs associated with completing clinical placements away from home.

👤Who it's for

This scheme is specifically designed for student nurses who are currently undertaking clinical placements as part of their training. It is intended to support those students who must travel or live away from their primary residence to complete their required practical experience.

🎁What you get

If you are assigned to an off-site placement, you may be eligible for an allowance to help offset the financial burden of your trip. This support is intended to cover two main categories of expense: your travel costs and your accommodation costs incurred while you are away from home for your clinical training.

💰What it costs you

There is no direct fee to apply for this support, but it does require a commitment of your time to manage the administration. To receive your allowance, you must maintain a clear record of your expenses. This means you are required to submit detailed travel logs and keep all your original receipts to prove your spending for both transport and housing.

⚠️The catch to know

The most important thing to keep in mind is the timing of your claims. You cannot wait until the end of your course to submit everything at once; all claims must be submitted within the current financial year. If you miss this window, you may lose the ability to claim those specific expenses.

📝How to apply

• Keep a detailed log of all your travel during the placement period.
• Collect and organize every receipt related to your accommodation and transport.
• Ensure all documentation is gathered and ready before the end of the current financial year.
• Follow the specific submission instructions provided by your educational institution or the issuing body.