Scholarships

Here is some information about our scholarship program

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) offers Midwifery Scholarships to suitably qualified Registered Nurses with a background in critical care. Through this scholarship program, nurses will receive financial assistance of up to $10,000 to complete a midwifery qualification and become a Flight Nurse with RFDS.

The Midwifery Scholarship is generously supported by the Dalara Foundation and the Maureen Stevenson Foundation.

As part of your application, you’ll need to demonstrate:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• A minimum of three years’ experience in a critical care environment — either a recognised regional or tertiary hospital Emergency Department (with 24-hour in-department medical coverage) and/or a recognised Intensive Care Unit
• Evidence of application or acceptance into a relevant midwifery course commencing in 2026, or current enrolment in a course due for completion in 2026
• A commitment to work at any RFDS (Queensland Section) base within 12 months of completing your midwifery studies
• Valid working rights in Australia

In addition, we offer future employment opportunities with Australia’s leading aeromedical provider.

Click here for the scholarship guidelines. 

Additional Requirements

Before starting as a Flight Nurse, candidates may need to complete a pre-employment medical, undergo drug and alcohol testing, and provide evidence of immunisation against vaccine-preventable diseases. A current, unrestricted driver’s licence and ASIC card are essential. Candidates must also successfully complete the RFDS and Queensland Health credentialing process.