John Dystel Fellowship in Multiple Sclerosis

John Dystel Fellowship in Multiple Sclerosis

This program, sponsored by the National MS Society and supported by the John Dystel Fellowship Fund, is designed for registered nurses interested in receiving advanced training in MS nursing care. The fellow will practice in a specialized MS clinical setting under the tutelage of an MS nurse expert. Training consists of supervised patient care, exposure to multidisciplinary treatment, and other instructional activities. The program offers candidates two options: a three-month fellowship or a six-month fellowship.

The preferred candidate will hold a bachelor's degree. It is the responsibility of the applicant to arrange the proposed training with an appropriate mentor and institution, prior to formal application. The award for the three-month option is $22,500; the award for the six-month option is $44,000. The award includes the fellow's salary, benefits, and participation in education activities; a $4,000 honorarium for the mentor; and indirect costs (not to exceed 10% of the award).

Completed applications, including all required supporting documents, must be received at the Society by February 9, 2009.
Notification of award will take place by April 20, 2009.
The fellowship will begin June 1, 2009. (Alternate start dates will be considered)