SASLHA Bursary South Africa 2024

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – SASLHA

The South African Speech Language and Hearing Association (SASLHA) is responsible for promoting Speech-Language pathology and Audiology professions to the public. The company is a leader within the industry, ensuring that the best interests of its members on all spheres of activity is upheld in the most professional manner.

SASLHA remains committed to ensure that accessible and appropriate services are readily available to all people with communication disorders. The organization further aims to develop and co-ordinate various professionals with skills and resources within communication, thus upholding the holistic idea of health.
 

ABOUT THE SASLHA BURSARY – FIELDS COVERED

The South African Speech Language and Hearing Association (SASLHA) is inviting students to apply for the Myrtle L Aron Bursary programme, for the 2024 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for Speech Language Therapy and/or Audiology studies. Through this, SASLHA hopes to help deserving, underprivileged candidates in achieving their tertiary goals.

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the SASLHA Bursary.
 

** RELATED BURSARIES **

• View our other Speech and Audiology Bursaries and Scholarships here.
• View our other Bursaries OPEN for application here.

 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SASLHA BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

• You must have completed Matric
• You must be studying towards a degree qualification in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology
• You must have completed your 2nd or 3rd year of study
• You must be entering your 3rd or 4th year of study
• You must be studying at a recognised and accredited university in South Africa
• You must have a strong academic record
• You must be in financial need
• You may NOT change your degree course after submitting your application
• Preference will be given to SASLHA student members (sign up for a FREE student membership here)

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SASLHA BURSARY

Download and complete the SASLHA Bursary Application Form 2024 (.pdf)

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the SASLHA Bursary.
 

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric certificate (certified copy)
• Full academic record/ most recent subjects (certified copy)
• 2 testimonials from Departmental staff or supervisors, on the University letterhead and signed by the respective staff member (these testimonials should give insight into your academic potential, leadership capabilities and any other additional information. It should also elaborate on why the referee would recommend you for the award)
• Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed)
• Death certificates if parents or guardians are deceased
• 3 months bank statements of the individual responsible for paying your university admissions
• Video recording briefly answering the following: “Tell us something about yourself, why you believe you deserve this award and how you plan on contributing to the profession in the short and medium term.” (maximum 2 minutes. The video should be recorded on your cell phone/ laptop, compressed to less than 10MB and attached to your email with your application form)

 

Applications must be submitted via email: admin@saslha.co.za
(Insert the words “SASLHA Bursary Application 2024” in the email subject line).
 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE SASLHA BURSARY

19 February 2024.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the South African Speech Language and Hearing Association (SASLHA) directly:
Tel: 086 111 3297
Email: admin@saslha.co.za
 

Please do NOT contact the SASLHA if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

This bursary listing was last updated in January 2024.

SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.