This module is for emerging and core National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) registered behaviour support practitioners (practitioners). It is about practice foundations.

The role, its regulatory and legal responsibilities will be identified. The knowledge, skills and attitudes required of a practitioner will be explored. We will also identify the models and approaches to behaviour support that are foundational to being a practitioner.

It can help you think about whether this role is right for you!

If you know it is right, it can help you identify competency gaps and inform your professional development plan.

It differs from the NDIS Positive Behaviour Support Capability Framework (Capability Framework) in the way it is presented and organised, although it is broadly inclusive of the seven practice domains contained in the framework. It offers a different way of exploring your own competencies before or after you engage in the formal application process with the NDIS Commission.

Much of this module has been informed by the experience of Guidestar behaviour support practitioners who provide some reflections throughout the module.

Approximate time to complete module: 40 minutes (not including time spend looking at additional resources)

On completion of this module, you will be able to
• identify who can be a registered NDIS behaviour support practitioner
• access key bodies, documents and definitions relevant to practitioners
• articulate the role of a practitioner
• articulate the key components of a positive behaviour support approach
• appreciate the historical and current context and barriers impacting on people with a disability that demonstrate behaviours of concern
• articulate the key competencies (knowledge, skills and attitudes) required of a practitioner
• identify theoretical models and practice approaches relevant to practice and
• identify key competency gaps to inform your professional development needs.

Level: Foundational

Emphasis is on knowledge, skills, values and attitudes.