Nurse Education, Practice, Quality, and Retention - Transition to Practice Program (NEPQR-TPP)
This grant supports innovative education and training to grow the nursing workforce and address shortages in rural and underserved areas.
Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $750,000 per award; estimated total program funding $24,262,837; ~33 awards; project period typically 2 years.
Summary: Supports innovative nursing education and clinical training to increase the workforce and address shortages in rural and underserved communities.
Description
This program aims to strengthen the nursing workforce and address shortages in rural and medically underserved communities by funding innovative educational and clinical training opportunities. The initiative encourages schools of nursing to develop or enhance transition-to-practice programs, supporting new nurse graduates as they move into clinical practice, particularly in areas with high need.
