Do you have a cochlear implant and are you planning to start tertiary education or trades training, or are you already studying? You could be eligible for a $5,000 scholarship from the Southern Hearing Charitable Trust to support your educational journey.
The scholarship is available to eligible cochlear implant recipients who are pursuing further education or training within the Southern Cochlear Implant Programme (SCIP) catchment area.
Who can apply?
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
> Have permanent hearing loss and use a cochlear implant.
> Be enrolled in an NZQA-endorsed course or a trades training qualification.
> Be a high school leaver or adult student.
> Be about to begin tertiary study or already enrolled in tertiary study.
> Live within the SCIP catchment area, which includes all regions south of Taupō in the North Island and the entire South Island.
The $5,000 scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to eligible students as they pursue their educational and career goals.
How to apply
Download and fill out the scholarship application form here.
Applications should be submitted to:
The Chair
Southern Hearing Charitable Trust Grants Committee
c/- Milford Chambers
St George’s Hospital
249 Papanui Road
Christchurch 8014
Alternatively, applications can be emailed to tracey.enright@scip.co.nz.
Applications close Friday 18 December 2026.
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