NDS Workforce Essentials

The must-have NDIS training for support workers

With relevant disability awareness training aligned to the NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators, have the confidence to train your staff from anywhere with the NDS Workforce Essentials course library.


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NDS Workforce Essentials course list at a glance

Manual Handling
Medication Assist
Infection Prevention and Control
Supported Decision Making
Bullying Awareness
Restrictive Practices
Professional Boundaries
Incident Reporting
NDIS Financial Management
Support Coordination 101
Hand Hygiene
PPE
Waste Management

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partnership with NDS

The National Disability Services (NDS) is the leading peak body representing over 1,150 non-government disability service organisations.

Mapped to the NDIS Practice Standards

Each resource in this library aligns with a corresponding NDIS Practice Standard.

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All-inclusive package, no hidden costs‍

Feel confident and assured knowing you have everything in one simple solution. With no additional or hidden costs, you are set up for success.

Compliance made simple with NDS Workforce Essentials

The NDS Workforce Essentials library equips support workers with the knowledge and skills needed to deliver high-quality care within the NDIS framework.

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Aligned with the NDIS Practice Standards, this comprehensive training program ensures staff are well-prepared to provide exceptional support while advancing their professional development. Plus, all resources align with the NDIS Capability Framework, giving your team the right attitudes, skills, and knowledge to thrive under NDIS funding.

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Covering key topics such as manual handling, medication management, and supported decision-making, the library helps support workers strengthen their skills, demonstrate compliance, and ultimately improve the quality of care they provide.

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NDS Workforce Essentials Bites

Quick, practical learning for your team

Our NDS Workforce Essential Bites are quick, on-the-job skill boosters designed to give your team a confidence boost or a best-practice check. With 5-minute modules on Infection Control, Manual Handling, Medication Assist, and Recognising Restrictions, they help your team stay sharp and efficient.

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Quality training, on-demand

As a disability support provider, you know that putting people first is essential to delivering great care. That’s why we offer on-demand, online training courses that allow your team to learn at their own pace—whenever and wherever it suits them.

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With our training, you can ensure your staff is up to speed with best practices, providing the high-quality care your clients deserve.

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"The auditors had NO questions about the quality or content of your courses after they heard we utilise your services for staff training. They mentioned that they knew etrainu and told us that your training is of the highest standard and very well respected in the industry. This was the easiest part of my audit."
Francois Grobler
Learning and Development Coordinator at Healthscope
“We’ve built a great relationship and trusting partnership with etrainu, and they’re always open to feedback and quick to make any changes or updates where required.”
Heather Hollingworth
CEO at Better Care Delivered
"etrainu gave us the platform of a customised LMS that allowed us to provide an online learning environment that looked like—and felt like—Living Communities."
Ben Bullivant
Founder of Living Communities
"The value we found in etrainu and the NDS Workforce Essentials library is that it’s basically a one-stop shop. Everything we need our members to know is in the library."
Wende Marsh
People and Culture Manager at Leisure Networks

How it works

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Choose your training content

Select the training modules that best fit your team's needs.

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Choose your delivery method

Get started quickly with our easy-to-use off-the-shelf LMS, or explore our scalable LMS options for a comprehensive training solution.

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Already have your own LMS?

We can effortlessly deliver our content to you as a SCORM file, so you can get started within your current LMS.

Not sure where to start? We're here to help.

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Free NDIS Training Plan

NDIS Practice Standards Training Plan for Care and Support Providers

etrainu and NDS have created a training plan to help you stay compliant with the NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators. This training plan follows a six-week, monthly and refresher program.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators?

After the demonstration, our team will recommend the best pricing option for you and guide you through the next steps to onboard and implement etrainu effectively within your organisation.The NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators are benchmarks for service providers to assess their performance and demonstrate how they will provide safe, high-quality support to participants.

The NDIS Capability Framework Objectives shows how service providers and support workers are to act when supporting people with disability.

etrainu has mapped our current list of assets to the NDIS Practice Standards and Capability Framework.

What is NDIS Training?

When we talk about NDIS training we are referring to our NDS Workforce Essentials library which is mapped to the NDIS Practice Standards. This makes it easier for you to upskill your team on key areas and demonstrate compliance; this library is highly regarded as one of Australia's top training and compliance resources.

Can I purchase just one course from this library?

Yes, you can! If you're looking for a single course, you can explore the available options on the NDS website. See them here.

How much does an NDIS audit cost?

In disability services, an NDIS audit is when an approved auditor examines your services to see if they comply with the current NDIS Practice Standards and are up-to-date. There are two types of NDIS audits: verification and certification. Currently, providers cover the costs of these audits—neither the NDIS nor the NDIS Commission offer any rebates. The true cost of the audits will vary depending on the type, but providers can expect to pay anywhere between $1,500 to $3,000. Specialist service providers may have to pay more.

To learn more about how much an NDIS audit cost, read our article: How much does an NDIS Audit Cost?