15_001_0118_1_3
Early Childhood Supports - Psychologist

Line Item Description

This support item is located within the NDIS Capacity Building support category, under Early Childhood Supports (Category 15).

It funds the delivery of Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) services using an evidence-based, best practice approach for children under the age of seven who have a developmental delay or disability. This item is specifically for services delivered by a Psychologist.

Key Principles and Approach (EAC - Early Childhood Approach):

Family-Centred Practice: Support focuses on building the capacity of the child's family and other primary carers to promote the child’s learning and development in their everyday routines and environments (e.g., home, playgroup, childcare).

Transdisciplinary/Key Worker: Services are often delivered using a key worker model, where the Psychologist integrates their expertise with other professionals to provide a holistic support package to the family.

Psychological Assessment and Intervention: The Psychologist provides assessment and therapeutic intervention related to the child's:

Cognitive and developmental functioning.

Emotional and social development.

Behavioural challenges, including the development of strategies to support positive behaviour and self-regulation.

Capacity Building for Parents: Support includes coaching, consultation, and counselling for parents and caregivers to help them understand their child's needs and confidently implement strategies to support development and mental health.

Professional Requirement: This support must be delivered by a Psychologist who is a certified practitioner and works within the NDIS Early Childhood Approach (EAC) framework.

Claimable Costs: As well as direct service provision, this item can be used to claim for:

Non-Face-to-Face Support Provision
Provider Travel
Short Notice Cancellation (two clear business days)
NDIA Requested Reports
Provider Travel – Non-Labour Costs (using the support item 15_799_0118_1_3)