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APP ASPIRE Program
for Professional Development

The APP ASPIRE Program for Professional Development recognizes and supports outstanding Advanced Practice Providers who show exceptional dedication to advancing their professional growth.

This program provides reimbursement for professional development expenses. Award amounts and the number of recipients vary each fiscal year based on available funding and applicant eligibility.

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Reimbursement Amount

Up to $1,000

Per award (maximum of 2 awards per fiscal year per applicant)

Number of Awards

10 awards per year

Awarded quarterly (3–4 recipients per cycle)

Eligible Expenses

  • Conference registration fees
  • Professional development resources
  • Expenses for representing UVA Health at professional forums

Eligibility Criteria

  • Full-time UVA Health or UPG employee
  • Holds valid APP credentials
  • Meets or exceeds expectations in recent review
  • Not eligible: Part-time, wage, contractor, traveler

Reimbursement Cycles and Application Deadlines

Applications are reviewed quarterly. Applicants will receive email notification within 4–6 weeks following each cycle deadline.

Cycle Period Application Deadline
July 1 – September 30 September 30
October 1 – December 31 December 31
January 1 – March 31 March 31
April 1 – June 30 June 30

Note: Decisions are communicated via email within 4–6 weeks after each deadline.

How to Apply

All applicants must submit the online application form and upload the required documentation.

Once selected for reimbursement, you must request your funds through one of the following internal systems based on your employment type:

Medical Center Employees

Submit reimbursement requests through EPRO.

UPG Employees

Submit reimbursement requests through DocuSign.

Tuition Reimbursement (Medical Center Employees Only)

If you are requesting tuition assistance, you must submit the request through Workday via the Education Benefit process.

If you have already used the $5,250 provided by UVA HR for tuition, any additional reimbursement will be considered taxable under IRS guidelines.

Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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Application Requirements

To be considered for the APP ASPIRE Reimbursement Program, applicants must submit the following documents and materials.

  • Completed online application form
  • Responses to all application questions (maximum combined word count: 1000 words)
  • One letter of recommendation from a supervisor, colleague, or mentor
  • Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • If applicable: proof of enrollment or acceptance into an accredited program, or a copy of your abstract, presentation, or project
  • Original receipts for all expenses to be reimbursed

Application Questions

As part of your application, you will be asked to respond to the following prompts (combined word count limit: 1000 words).

1. Significant achievements or contributions in your current role

Describe key accomplishments in your current APP role. Attach your current CV as supporting documentation.

2. Reimbursement goals and objectives

Explain how you plan to use the reimbursement to further your career and positively impact patient care.

3. Impact on patient care and healthcare delivery

Share a specific example of a time when you directly improved patient care or the healthcare delivery system.

4. Community engagement and/or patient advocacy efforts

Describe a time when you went above and beyond in community engagement or patient advocacy.

5. Professionalism

Provide an example of how you demonstrated exemplary professionalism in your role as an APP.

Selection Process

A selection committee will review all applications and select reimbursement recipients based on the eligibility criteria and responses to the application questions. Selected recipients will be notified via email no later than 4–6 weeks after the deadline of the cycle in which they applied.

Application Deadline

Please ensure that your completed application form and all required documents are submitted by the deadline for the current reimbursement cycle. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Thank You for Your Dedication

We appreciate your commitment to professional growth and excellence in patient care.
If you have any questions about the APP ASPIRE Program for Professional Development reimbursement, feel free to reach out to us directly.

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