PATCH Scholarships

The PATCH Scholarship program allows people to increase their knowledge in current developmentally appropriate practices and increase the number of people entering into the early care and education profession.

Funded by the Department of Human Services, PATCH scholarships provide training reimbursement for early childhood specific college courses, PACE workshops (if converted to college credits) or assessment fees for obtaining/renewing a CDA certificate. In addition, PATCH has designated a limited amount of scholarship funding for its new Needs-Based Scholarship which distributes monies at the time tuition is due. Maximum amount $750.00 per round (3 rounds per year: September, February, June). Limited funds are distributed on a first come, first serve basis. Please note that timing restrictions and application deadlines also apply.

What is eligible?

• Only tuition of eligible college coursework taken from in-state institutions. (Does not cover books, student fees, etc.)
  
• Conversion of PACE classes for college credit
• CDA Credential ($325 initial assessment fee; $50 for renewal fee)
• The ECE Scholarship does not cover out-of-state courses whether campus-based or online.

• College courses must be completed July 1, 2009 to May 31, 2010
• PACE classes converted to college credits July 1, 2009 to May 31, 2010
• CDA Credential must be dated on or after July 1, 2009 through May 31, 2010
• Courses must be eligible ECE focused courses

Click here to download a 2009 Scholarship Application. For Scholarship Application guidelines and instructions, click here (includes eligible courses and other information). You may also pick up an application packet from your college or university financial aid office. Or contact your local PATCH office for more information.

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