Approved for three years, subject to the following: 1. Should the agency determine that additional questions should be deleted from the interview prior to implementation, the agency shall submit a corrected version of the information collection for the record and a burden correction worksheet, if applicable. 2. Since data is not currently available, upon resubmission the agency shall assess the effectiveness of the redesigned information collection on the ability of the program to improve recention of NHSC scholars. Specifically, the agency shall assess the utility of questions about the applicant's personal life in selecting recipients.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
11/30/2003
11/30/2003
07/31/2000
3,100
0
3,900
3,100
0
5,010
8,000
0
7,000
The National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program offers scholarships to health professions students in return for service in a Health Professional Shortage Area. Information will be collected from applicants by means of an application and interview to identify those most likely to fulfill the objectives of the program.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.