Research Training for Nurses and other AHPs
Research Training Scheme for nurses and AHPs
The Research Training Scheme offers grants to support research training for nurses and Allied Health Professionals (AHP's) in Northern Ireland. This is part of a commitment to increase the ability of scientific investigators to conduct the highest quality research in Northern Ireland.
The value of the grant will range up to a maximum of £6,000.
The aim of the scheme is to build capacity in conducting high quality research through attendance at appropriate training courses and freeing up protected time for applicants to receive such training.
Applicants may apply for support ranging from attending individual courses/modules, e.g. research design and methodology including conducting clinical trials/focus groups, or for completing a research Masters Degree e.g. Master of Clinical Research.
There are four closing dates in the course of the year:
- 31st July
- 31st October
- 30th January
- 30th April
If you require further information please contact Research Assistant Caoimhe Devlin, cdevlin@nichs.org.uk or tel: 028 9026 6714.
Download an Application Form and Guidance Notes



