The objective of the Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service’s (CHQ) Study, Education and Research Trust Account (SERTA) funding scheme is to support:

• Research activities where there is alignment with the Health Service’s Vision, Purpose and Values
• Seeding financial support for approved innovative technology or clinical techniques
• Support for other developmental activities, as determined by the committees

The following grant options can be accessed through the Research Advisory Committee (RAC) and the Education, Training and Development Committee (ETDC):

• Up to $5,000 Fast Track Grant
• Up to $20,000 Research or Education Grant

Each committee will review applications and make recommendations to the SERTA Governance Committee. Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application and any feedback, within four (4) weeks of application closure dates.

• Complete your RAC application on CHQ Smarty Grants and upload your completed and signed endorsement form from your Head of Department/Service.
• Complete this form to apply for a grant through the Education, Training and Development Committee
• Before you complete your application, please use the checklist on page one of the form to ensure you are eligible
• Applications must be in Word format. Any applications that exceed five (5) pages or that have not been correctly endorsed will not be considered