# Greens promise universal payment for trainee teachers, nurses, vets and dentists

> Green Party pledges $380 weekly payments for trainee teachers, nurses, vets and dentists.
- Title: Greens promise universal payment for trainee teachers…
- Summary: Green Party pledges $380 weekly payments for trainee teachers, nurses, vets and dentists. Green Party will pay trainees $380 weekly during placements to…
- Keywords: green party, trainee teachers, nursing, veterinary, dentistry, paid placements, university placements, student loans, healthcare, education, politics, news
- Source: RNZ — https://rnz.co.nz/news/politics_election-2026/1950949/greens-promise-universal-payment-for-trainee-teachers-nurses-vets-and-dentists
- Author: RNZ | Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa
- Published: 2026-10-15T23:13:17+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: green party, trainee teachers, nursing, veterinary, dentistry, paid placements, university placements, student loans, healthcare, education, politics, news
## Green Party's paid placements policy
Green Party promises universal weekly payments for trainees in critical health and education roles.
## Students receive $380 weekly payment
Trainees get $380 weekly payment on top of student loans to cover essentials during placements.
## Relocation support for trainees
Students relocating for placements receive $1500 relocation payment to improve access.
## Policy cost and impact
Policy costs $311 million over four years to boost retention in healthcare and education sectors.
## Key takeaway

Green Party will pay trainees $380 weekly during placements to cover essentials and improve retention in critical health and education sectors.