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If you’re planning to become an NDIS Provider or expand your current services, understanding NDIS Registration Groups is essential. These groups define what NDIS Services you can offer and determine how your business is assessed during NDIS Audits. Whether you’re supporting participants with Therapeutic Supports, providing Household Tasks, or helping with Community Participation, your chosen registration group sets the foundation for everything—from service delivery to compliance.
As part of the National Disability Insurance Scheme, these groups ensure that Disability Service Providers meet strict quality standards. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the full process so you can register with confidence and deliver exceptional Disability Support.
Understanding registration group in NDIS
NDIS Registration Groups are part of the National Disability Insurance Scheme. They tell you what kinds of support you can give to NDIS Participants. Each group relates to a service type like Household Tasks, Therapeutic Supports, or Community Access.
If you want to become one of the Registered Providers, you must choose the right registration groups during your Provider Registration. This choice affects your NDIS Plan, the kind of NDIS Audit you need, and what type of NDIS Participants you can help.
The NDIS Commission checks these groups to make sure you follow the NDIS Practice Standards. That means providing safe, high-quality services that meet your clients’ Support Needs.
What are the types of NDIS Registration Groups
There are 36 total NDIS Registration Groups, and they fit into seven major service categories. Each group is tied to different kinds of NDIS Support. These categories help organize the wide range of services offered by Disability Service Providers across Australia.
Here’s a table to help explain the main categories and some key registration groups under each:
| Service Category | Example Registration Groups |
| Accommodation & Housing | 0101 Accommodation Assistance, 0131 Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) |
| Personal & Daily Living Support | 0107 Daily Personal Activities, 0120 Household Tasks, 0115 Group Living Assistance |
| Community & Social Inclusion | 0116 Innovative Community Participation, 0125 Community Activities, 0136 Centre-Based Activities |
| Therapeutic & Health Services | 0128 Therapeutic Supports, 0114 Community Nursing, 0118 Early Intervention |
| Employment & Education | 0102 Employment Assistance, 0133 Specialised Supported Employment |
| Assistive Technology & Equipment | 0105 Personal Mobility Equipment, 0111 Home Modifications, 0124 Communication Equipment |
| Coordination & Specialized Services | 0106 Life Transitions Coordination, 0127 Plan Management, 0132 Support Coordination |
Each group has its own rules, price limits, and audit pathway. Some require highly trained staff like Occupational Therapists or Speech Therapists, while others like Household Tasks may not.
How Audit is impacted by NDIS Registration Groups
The NDIS Registration Groups you choose decide the kind of NDIS Audit you must complete. There are two main audits: Verification Audit and Certification Audit.
If you choose only low-risk groups, you will go through a Verification Audit, which is faster and cheaper. But if you select even one high-risk group, you must do the Certification Audit. That means longer checks, interviews, and a more in-depth look at your Service Delivery, staff, and Document Suite.
Verification Audit
A Verification Audit is for providers offering low-risk support. These are mostly professional services with limited direct contact with NDIS Participants. It’s a simple review of your documents. There is no site visit, and usually no interviews. It works best for groups like:
- 0120 Household Tasks
- 0128 Therapeutic Supports
- 0127 Plan Management
- 0108 Travel & Transport Assistance
The cost is lower, often between $900 and $1,500. If you’re a bookkeeper, physiotherapist, or support worker offering light-touch services, this route may suit you well.
Certification Audit
A Certification Audit is for high-risk supports. It includes two stages: a document review and a site visit. NDIS Providers offering more hands-on or complex care, like 0104 High Intensity Daily Activities, must go through this.
This audit also includes interviews with Key Personnel, staff, and sometimes NDIS Participants. The cost can go up to $5,000. Services like Group Living, Support Coordination, or Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) fall into this category.
Deciding on your most needed audit
To decide your audit, ask yourself what services your business wants to offer. If you’re just doing Plan Management or Therapeutic Supports, you can likely stick to Verification Audit. But if you’re aiming for daily care, group living, or community participation, prepare for Certification Audit.
Here’s the rule: If your application includes even one group that requires certification, the entire audit must be certification-level. So plan wisely. Think about your budget, your staff’s experience, and your long-term NDIS Business Goals.
How to choose your Registration Group ?
Choosing the right NDIS Registration Groups can shape your business success. First, check the NDIS Support Catalogue to see where your service fits. Match it to one or more groups. Then think about what’s popular. Right now, many new providers start with:
- 0128 Therapeutic Supports: Perfect for allied health workers.
- 0120 Household Tasks: Low-cost entry, basic care work.
- 0107 Daily Personal Activities: High demand, hands-on support.
- 0125 Community Activities: Social support, but requires Certification Audit.
Make sure your team has the qualifications, insurance, and capacity to meet the NDIS Practice Standards.
Conclusion
Understanding the different NDIS Registration Groups is key to succeeding as an NDIS Provider. Your group choice affects your audit type, your costs, and your service limits. Whether you’re delivering Therapeutic Supports, offering Travel & Transport Assistance, or setting up Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), each path comes with its own challenges and rewards.
If you’re unsure which group is best for you, or if the Certification Audit will fit your model, don’t guess. Get expert help. With the right plan, your NDIS Services can grow, reach more clients, and deliver lasting impact.
“Great service starts with great choices. We’ll help you make the right one.”
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Frequently Asked Question
1. What are NDIS Registration Groups and why do they matter?
NDIS Registration Groups are categories that tell you what services you can provide to NDIS participants. They decide what type of audit you need and how much it will cost to become a registered provider.
2. What’s the difference between Verification and Certification audits, and how do Registration Groups determine which one I need?
Verification audits are cheaper ($1,000-$3,000) and easier with just paperwork checks, while Certification audits are more expensive ($3,000-$12,000) with site visits and interviews. If you choose even one high-risk service group, you must do the harder Certification audit.
3. How do I choose the right Registration Groups for my business?
Pick groups that match the services you already provide or want to provide. Start with easier groups like Therapeutic Supports or Household Tasks if you’re new to NDIS.
4. Can I register for multiple Registration Groups, and can I add more later?
Yes, you can register for several groups at once, and you can add more later. Adding groups later costs extra money for new audits.
5. What are the qualification and experience requirements for different Registration Groups?
Some groups need special qualifications like being a registered nurse or therapist, while others just need basic training. Higher-risk services need more qualifications and better policies.