Obtain a Practitioner ID

Comprehensive support for practitioners seeking PBS endorsement to obtain their Practitioner ID. We guide you through either the Direct Entry or Alternative Pathway, depending on your experience level and current evidence base.

Obtain a Practitioner ID

Direct Entry Pathway

For practitioners with existing experience and ready-to-go evidence

Assemble Portfolio Documentation: Gather your existing evidence and case materials
Self-Assessment & Capability Mapping: Complete self-assessment and map evidence to capability framework
Engage with a Supervisor: Connect with an endorsed supervisor for portfolio review
Supervisor Portfolio Review: Your supervisor conducts a comprehensive review of your evidence
Supervisor Endorsement: Receive formal supervisor endorsement for your application

Alternative Pathway

For those still building experience or transitioning from similar fields

Engage with a Supervisor: Connect with an endorsed supervisor to begin your journey
Complete Supervision Agreement: Formalize your supervision arrangement and expectations
Professional Development Plan: Create a targeted plan to build required competencies
Gather CV & Certified Qualifications: Compile your CV and certified copies of relevant qualifications

Unified Submission Process

Both pathways converge at this point, where you’ll move forward together through the final submission stage:

Submit to NDIS Commission

All required documentation, evidence, and supervisor endorsement is submitted to the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission

Commission Review Period

The NDIS Commission typically takes 6-12 weeks to review your application and make a suitability decision

Receive Practitioner ID

Upon approval, you'll receive your official PBS Practitioner ID at your endorsed level (Core, Proficient, or Advanced)

Who This Is For

Practitioners at any stage—whether you have ready-to-go evidence or are still building your capability—seeking structured support to obtain your PBS Practitioner ID.