((a)) ** Program authorized** The Secretary shall award grants to eligible entities to develop and implement, in coordination with programs under , programs and initiatives to train and educate individuals in providing geriatric care for the elderly.section 294c of this title

((b)) ** Use of funds** An eligible entity that receives a grant under subsection (a) shall use funds under such grant to—

((1)) provide training to individuals who will provide geriatric care for the elderly;

((2)) develop and disseminate curricula relating to the treatment of the health problems of elderly individuals;

((3)) train faculty members in geriatrics;

((4)) provide continuing education to individuals who provide geriatric care; or

((5)) establish traineeships for individuals who are preparing for advanced education nursing degrees in geriatric nursing, long-term care, gero-psychiatric nursing or other nursing areas that specialize in the care of the elderly population.

((c)) ** Application** An eligible entity desiring a grant under subsection (a) shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may reasonably require.

((d)) ** Eligible entity** For purposes of this section, the term “eligible entity” includes a school of nursing, a health care facility, a program leading to certification as a certified nurse assistant, a partnership of such a school and facility, or a partnership of such a program and facility.

((e)) ** Authorization of appropriations** There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section such sums as may be necessary for each of fiscal years 2010 through 2014.