Graduate Certificate of NDIS Studies
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-01-15 | - |
| 2024-05-13 | - |
| 2024-08-26 | - |
| 2025-02-03 | - |
| 2025-05-19 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate of NDIS Studies at UniSQ is a part-time online program designed for professionals seeking knowledge and skills to navigate the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Through four core courses, students gain an understanding of the NDIS, co-design practices, and leadership principles. Graduates are qualified for roles in the NDIS and disability sector, including support employees, social workers, and educators.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Graduate Certificate of NDIS Studies at UniSQ is designed to provide professionals with the knowledge and skills to work effectively within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). The program is delivered completely online and via part-time study only, allowing students to balance their studies with other commitments. The program's objectives are to:
- Equip students with frameworks to co-design solutions and challenge outdated practices
- Provide students with the skills to explore, co-design, and collaborate alongside people with disability
- Empower students to confidently self-direct their own NDIS packages
Outline:
The Graduate Certificate of NDIS Studies consists of 4 courses:
- Core courses:
- Disability, Society, and the NDIS
- NDIS Practice and Service Provision
- Co-design and Collaboration in the NDIS
Teaching:
The program is supported by experienced academics, industry professionals, and advocates for equity. Students will learn through a variety of methods, including:
- Online lectures and tutorials
- Discussion forums
- Case studies
- Group projects
Careers:
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate of NDIS Studies will be qualified to work in a variety of roles within the NDIS and disability sector, including:
- NDIS support and services employees
- Allied health professionals
- Social workers
- Human services professionals
- Psychologists
- Educators Students will gain a thorough understanding of the NDIS and its historical and contemporary context, equipping them with frameworks to co-design solutions and challenge outdated practices.
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Entry Requirements:
Completion of an Australian university 3-year bachelor degree, or equivalent, and a minimum of 2 years' full-time relevant professional work experience in a related field at supervisory or equivalent level. If you've completed a 3-year bachelor degree but do not have the minimum of 2 years' professional work experience you may apply for entry and be assessed on a case by case basis.
