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Funding Reopens in January 2026
Funding Reopens in January 2026
Exciting changes have been made to the NTDC Technician Development Fund (TDF).
See below for details about the updated funding process.
What is the TDF?
What is the TDF?
The NTDC Technician Development Fund (TDF) is a key benefit for Partner Affiliates (PAs). It provides technical staff with funding opportunities to support innovative initiatives. To check if your organisation is a Partner Affiliate, see our list of partners.
The TDF empowers technicians to access resources that help them grow professionally, develop new skills, and implement impactful projects.
Ongoing Opportunities
Ongoing Opportunities
The TDF will operate year-round, with monthly application windows. Each quarter will focus on a different funding theme, ensuring a broad range of opportunities for technicians across the sector.
About the Fund
About the Fund
The NTDC Technician Development Fund is designed to provide practical support for on-the-ground technicians. We know that many valuable opportunities are out of reach due to sector financial constraints, and the TDF exists to help bridge that gap.
Update: Oct–Dec 2025 Funding Round
Update: Oct–Dec 2025 Funding Round
We’re delighted to share that 9 technicians were supported through our most recent October – December 2025 funding round. These awards have enabled individuals to attend events, develop skills and pursue projects that make a real difference to their professional practice.
The next funding round will be announced in January 2026 - sign up to our newsletter to be the first to hear when applications open.
TDF Funding Details
TDF Funding Details
Application Process: Open year-round with monthly windows and rotating quarterly themes.
Who Can Apply: Partner Affiliate organisations; technical staff may submit up to two applications per window. Joint applications are encouraged.
Focus Areas: Mobility, training and development, collaborative projects, inclusivity and engagement.
Assessment Criteria: Applications are reviewed based on alignment with NTDC priorities, impact, innovation, feasibility, and inclusivity.
Proof of Expenditure: NTDC may request receipts or, in some cases, purchase items (e.g., travel) on behalf of applicants.
👉 For full details, please see the Technician Development Fund Policy Document.
TDF Funding Calendar
TDF Funding Calendar
January 2026: Partner Forum Travel Fund
February 2026: Professional Membership & Registration Fund
March 2026: Wellbeing Fund
Stay Updated
Stay Updated
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