About
SWFLN provides Continuing Education Scholarships to members, facilitating participation in workshops, conferences, and other professional development opportunities. The application period is year-round, with submissions encouraged at least one month before the event. Following training, recipients are expected to submit a statement of benefit, highlighting the educational advancements gained during the program. SWFLN members should seek approval from their employers, prior to applying for a scholarship.
Who can apply?
Full and Part Time employees of a SWFLN institutional member are eligible to apply for SWFLN Continuing Education Scholarships.
Application and Funding Process
Applicant Instructions:
- The applicant will obtain approval to attend the training event from their employer.
- The applicant will complete a Scholarship Application Form and provide a statement describing how this attendance will benefit the member.
- The applicant will write a statement of benefit after the completion of the training. This documentation will be shared on our website, social media and via the SWFLN newsletter.
SWFLN Procedures:
- Applications are reviewed, upon submission, by the Director and Assistant Director to ensure completeness and that qualifying criteria are met.
- The applicant will be notified once the Scholarship Application Form is approved or denied.
- Scholarship payments will be processed as soon as the scholarship is approved.

Conference and Training Opportunities
Below is a suggested list of conferences and CE Opportunities. It is definitely not exhaustive. Is there a conference you want to attend or a CE learning opportunity? It does not need to be on this list for you to apply for a SWFLN scholarship.
Conferences
Application
SWFLN has limited availability of scholarship funds remaining for FY 25-26. All scholarship activities must be completed by September 30, 2026.