Māori and Pasifika
Scholarship Programme
Applications open from 12 January - 8 February 2026
APM is dedicated to fostering a thriving and flourishing Māori and Pasifika allied health workforce
We recognise the importance of providing a supportive, nurturing, and culturally enriching experience for Māori and Pasifika students as they journey through study into their careers.
We are offering one scholarship to a Māori and Pasifika Occupational Therapy (Whakaora Ngangahau) student who are in their final two years of their degree.
The scholarship package includes:
- $4,000 per award ($2,000 for each year)
- Student placement opportunities at any APM location across Aotearoa
- Opportunity to join APM’s Ngā Kaihāpai Māori Development Programme
- Mentoring/coaching support from APM Cultural Clinical Advisor during degree programme
- Options for paid summer internship within the organisation during degree programme (location dependent)
- Guaranteed shortlist for employment upon successful completion of degree
- Regular access to APM Māori and Pasifika staff network during degree programme
- Connection to the Pasifika Allied Health Aotearoa New Zealand (PAHANZ) leadership group
If you would like to get in touch please call 0800 967 522 or send an email to nzscholarships@apmworkcare.co.nz.
