Why take this course?
Since the ‘In and Out’ lists first landed in October 2024, the real work has been in the interpretation. And (surprise surprise?) it’s only gotten messier as time has gone on. One major challenge? The lack of clarity given on what’s the responsibility of the NDIS versus what belongs in the mainstream system.
Are CPAP machines NDIS or medical? Can a person get NDIS and aged care together? Who’s responsible for disability-related crisis housing? Can the NDIS pay for psychology?
The list goes on – and the answers might surprise you. With increasing plan eligibility reassessments and a stricter approach to section 34 (reasonable and necessary supports), the scrutiny around what should be covered by mainstream systems is only increasing.
This practical workshop dives into the messy grey middle. Thanks to updated Operational Guidelines and several months of Tribunal decisions, we’ve pulled out some findings on how the NDIA are tackling mainstream interface rules – and now we’ll share them with you. We’ll use real-world case studies from common interfaces like health, housing, early childhood and more, so you’ll feel more confident designing and delivering supports that are compliant (avoiding compliance scrutiny and debt).
What you’ll gain
We’ll explore:
The new NDIS Act and rules on mainstream interfaces (including several practical examples)
All the relevant guidance - the NDIS Act, Operational Guidelines, NDIA FAQs, and APTOS - to bust common myths on what the NDIS does and doesn’t cover
How the NDIA is applying the new rules in real-life decisions – from access and eligibility to plan reassessments, planning outcomes and funds flexibility
The best people to work with to make things happen, like Disability Liason Officers, NDIA Health Liason Officers, Justice Liason Officers, and others
Who’s it for?
Not all providers will need to be across these interfaces in more detail, but a lot will. Especially if you support participants with planning and budgeting.
Frontline Leaders
Support Coordinators
Allied Health Professionals
Mainstream workers
Psychosocial Recovery Coaches
Plan Managers
What’s included?
2 hour virtual workshop via Zoom
Certificate of completion