The Minnesota Regional Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (MnSGNA) is committed to professional growth of its members.

The Board of Directors of MnSGNA designates monies on a yearly basis for eligible members-- to be used to

• attend SGNA-affiliated educational offerings through The MnSGNA Scholarship and Regional Grant Fund (described in detail below) and

• pursue or maintain certification in GI nursing through the Certifying Board of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates through The MnSGNA Certification and Re-certification Grant Fund (described directly below)

The MnSGNA Certification and re-Certification Grant Fund

What is the MnSGNA Certification and Re-Certification Grant Fund?

• The Certification and Re-Certification Grant provides financial support to MnSGNA members seeking certification/re-certification in Gastroenterology.  MnSGNA is committed to recognizing the professional expertise of its members by providing grant money to individuals meeting established criteria for certification/re-certification in Gastroenterology Nursing.

What are the Requirements for Candidates eligible for the MnSGNA Certification/Re-Certification Grant Fund?

• Must be currently working in the field of Gastroenterology and have an interest in and be committed to Gastroenterology nursing.

• Application must be typed or neatly printed.  The Grant Review Committee has access only to the application form.  It will be processed in an anonymous manner and the committee will not have access to names.  Points will be deducted for incomplete applications.

• Grant may be applied toward first time exam registration or re-certification by exam or contact hours. 

• In the event that a recipient is unable to take the exam in the year the grant is awarded, the next runner up will be awarded the grant.

• There is no limit to the number of times that a person may apply for or receive a grant.

• Deadline for the exam is December 15 for Spring certification

• Deadline for the exam is May 15th for Fall certification

• All applicants will be notified by mail by MnSGNA Grant Review Committee of their status regarding this grant by February 15 and July 15 respectively.

• Respecting individual's right to privacy, recipients of the grant awards will remain confidential.

To learn more about Certification in Gastroenterology Nursing:

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The MnSGNA Scholarship and Regional Grant Fund

What is the MnSGNA Scholarship and Regional Grant Fund?

• The Board of Directors of MnSGNA designates education monies to this fund on a yearly basis for eligible members-- to be used to attend SGNA-affiliated educational offerings.

• These monies are not awarded for licensure or certification fees.

How do I apply?

• Send your application for national or regional courses, along with a separate sheet answering the three points listed on the application no later than:

• Scholarships will be approved prior to SGNA-affiliated educational sessions.  The monies may only be used toward course tuition, airfare or hotel accommodations.  Reimbursement will occur when copies of fee receipts are sent to the MnSGNA treasurer.  Proof of course registration is required along with a brief synopsis of your experience at the conference to be published in the newsletter.

Who is eligible?
You may be eligible for MnSGNA Scholarship and Regional Grant Fund if...

• you are a current member of MnSGNA and have been for more than one year; and

• you actively support MnSGNA in function and philosophy.

You are ineligible if...
you have previously received a MnSGNA scholarship or grant in the last four years. The first year of the four is the calendar year in which you were awarded the scholarship or grant.

Complete an application form and send to MnSGNA treasurer