Understanding NDIS Basics

Understanding NDIS Basics

NDIS Provider – Understanding NDIS – What is the NDIS Insurance Scheme, How It Works, NDIS Funding, Reasonable & Necessary, Key Roles, What Participants Expect, Provider Responsibilities and Professionalism.

This foundational program is designed for new support workers and providers who are ready to build confidence, clarity, and professionalism in their NDIS practice. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refresh your understanding, this module will help you see how your role fits into the bigger picture of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

What You’ll Learn:

• The purpose and structure of the NDIS
• How NDIS funding works and what “reasonable and necessary” means
• The key roles within the NDIS — including participants, providers, and the NDIA
• Your responsibilities as a provider and what participants expect from you
• How to link daily support to participant goals
• The importance of professional boundaries, accurate records, and clear communication

Why It Matters

Understanding the NDIS

• Understand the NDIS framework and its purpose in supporting people with disability.
• Learn how the system works — from funding categories to participant goals.
• Deliver safe, effective, and person-centred support that meets NDIS standards.
• Connect everyday tasks to meaningful participant outcomes.
• Support independence, inclusion, and quality of life through your daily practice.
• Strengthen your ability to provide services that make a real difference.

By the end of this module, you’ll have a strong foundation to guide your daily practice. You’ll understand how to use NDIS funding correctly, follow the Code of Conduct, and deliver support that’s safe, respectful, and goal-focused.

👉 Understanding NDIS Basics — take the first step toward becoming a knowledgeable, confident, and trusted NDIS professional.

Learning Time: 23 minutes

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