NDIS Workforce Fundamentals micro-credential

An NDIS workforce induction available free for NDIS providers and services that deliver NDIS-type supports.

The NDIS Workforce Fundamentals micro-credential is a two-hour training resource designed to engage your workers using interactive learning methods.

This product has been developed in partnership with TAFE Queensland, Industry and funded by the Queensland Government.

Date published

March 11, 2021

The NDIS Workforce Fundamentals micro-credential is a tool for your organisation to incorporate into your workforce induction.

It bring real-world scenarios to life with a strengths-based and cross-cultural focus.

Watch this animated video to see how

Video production by Punchy Digital Media

Access the NDIS Workforce Fundamentals micro credential

Benefits for your organisation

reduces training duplication
ensures delivery of critical learning elements
access to a short (2-hour) online training course, 24/7
obtain Industry training recognition (a digital badge is awarded upon completion)

Use the micro-credential as part of your induction training

A Facilitator Guide is available to managers to incorporate into organisational inductions, complimenting the micro-credential.

Request a copy of the Facilitator Guide

NEWS: Ministers Di Farmer and Craig Crawford Launch the micro-credential

The NDIS Workforce Fundamentals micro-credential was launched to statewide NDIS providers in Cairns on the eve of International Day for People with Disability.

Minister for Training and Skills Development Di Farmer and Minister for Disability Services Craig Crawford officially launched the product.

Read about the official launch event here

Watch the official launch message by Ministers Di Farmer and Craig Crawford

Learning outcomes for your workers

There are many outcomes for learners and employers:

Learn about the NDIS and how it links to Human Rights
Professional frameworks and legislation
Ethical and legal breaches
Ensuring professional boundaries
Person-centred and strengths-based approaches
Key roles and responsibilities of a support worker
Communication, interpersonal skills and respectful practice
Recognising and responding to signs of abuse and neglect
Cultural sensitivity and cross-cultural communication

The NDIS Workforce Fundamentals Pilot Program

Did you know the development of this micro-credential is a direct response to industry skills needs in the NDIS workforce?

During 2021 WorkAbility Qld partnered with TAFE Queensland to develop and test a shorter learning opportunity that included mandatory and commonly required elements of training for new NDIS workers.

The pilot was funded by the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT).