ACPSEM Educational Research Small Grant
The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Sport and Exercise Medicine (ACPSEM) are pleased to be able to offer small grants to support members in their CPD and / or research activity. Provided that you have been member for a minimum of 12 months you can apply for a grant.
Main aim of the grant.
The main purpose of the grant is to provide funding for member to support specific CPD opportunities or activities. It is key that the application demonstrate alignment to the individuals CPD pathway for Bronze, Silver or Gold awards. Such opportunities include but are not limited to, post-graduate CPD courses, conference and / or travel expenses to support research dissemination, or it may be used to contribute to an MSc, especially regarding completion of the dissertation component. The grant is to support the CPD development plan of the individual. The grant is not to provide any form of required training such as First Aid / Sports Trauma courses.
Who is the grant aimed at?
Applications are open to qualified Chartered Physiotherapist who are members of the ACPSEM. It is not necessary that the individual works in sport however the grant application should demonstrate how this would develop their career in sport.
Level of funding.
The level of funding varies between £250 up to a maximum of £1000, however larger awards may be given if it is felt that this level is warranted. Applications are required to justify the level of funding by detailing the expected expenditure.
Expectations of the ACPSEM.
The ACPSEM would request acknowledgement of support for any research undertaken or presented that comes because of this grant. Individuals will also be asked to provide feedback to the organisation to either promote the ACPSEM activity or to advertise further grants.
Application Process
Applications should be made on the document provided click here to download or contact for the word document. Completed forms need to be submitted to info@physiosinsport.org with the subject ACPSEM Grant Application. The application will be peer reviewed by the grant awarding panel annually. The closing date for application will be midday on 30th April. Following review by the panel notification will be made via email within 4 weeks of the closing date. The award is subject to a valid claim with proof of expenditure. Feedback will be provided for each application.
Guidance notes on application.
Please provide the requested information clearly and concisely under the headings, format, and word count constraints.
Do not include any additional material other than what has been requested.