Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates Associates Program Scholarship
SGNA Associates Program Scholarships have been established to financially assist SGNA
associate/technician members and non members with purchasing the Associates Program. The Associates
Program is an online education program that provides an associate/technician the opportunity to validate
their skills by being recognized as a GI Technical Specialist (GTS). The Associates Program is not an
official certification but does help enforce the associate/technician commitment to the GI/endoscopy
profession. Scholarships covering the cost of the Associates Program will be awarded quarterly to those
members and non members who meet the established criteria. The number of scholarships awarded will
depend upon funds available.
Applicants are asked to respond to questions that reflect their commitment and participation in SGNA.
Applicants who apply should be an associate/technician who is seeking to further develop their skills in
the GI/endoscopy practice. All information submitted should apply January to December of the past year.
Eligibility:
You may be eligible for an SGNA Associates Program Scholarship if:
1. You are an associate or technician.
2. You have been a member of SGNA for two or more years and are currently in good standing
or you are a non member that has been employed in the GI/ endoscopy field for at least 3
years.
3. You must currently be employed as a caregiver in gastroenterology.
4. You must actively support the goals and philosophy of SGNA.
5. If you are a non member, you can show documentation of attendance at an SGNA event on
the national or regional level.
6. You demonstrate financial need.
You are ineligible if:
1. You have previously received a scholarship from SGNA.
2. You are a member of the SGNA Board of Directors.
3. If you are a Registered Nurse.
Guidelines for Completion:
Any eligible individual in applying for this scholarship must complete the application and return it to SGNA
Headquarters by one of the following quarterly deadlines: March 1, June 1, September 1, December 1.
Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates
401 North Michigan Avenue - Chicago, IL 60611-4267
P: 800/245-7462, in Illinois: 312/321-5165 - F: 312/673-6694
