(1) The department may award a scholarship for eligible costs under this act to an individual determined by the department to meet all of the following eligibility criteria:

    (a) Has not been awarded a scholarship under this act at the time the individual submits an application.

    (b) Demonstrates a financial hardship through household income or through receipt of financial assistance under the supplemental nutrition assistance program; the special supplemental food program for women, infants, and children; the Social Security Administration SSI program; or another program.

    (c) Completes a signed application stating an intent to become a doula in this state and provides proof of residency in this state.

    (d) Will serve as a doula in a health professional shortage area as that term is defined in 42 USC 254e, or with a medically underserved population as that term is defined in 42 USC 254b.

    (e) Meets any other standards established in the rules promulgated by the department under section 3.

    (2) An individual may apply for a scholarship under this act by completing an application on a form provided by the department.