The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission is moving forward with the mandatory registration of Supported Independent Living (SIL) providers, support coordinators, and platform providers. The transition aims to improve quality, safety, and regulatory oversight within the sector, ensuring participants receive reliable and well-managed support.
The Commission has outlined a proposed timeline, with industry forums taking place and implementation expected to begin no earlier than July 2025. While many providers are already registered, this change makes registration compulsory for those offering SIL, support coordination, and platform-based services. These reforms follow concerns about conflicts of interest, participant safety, and the need for stronger accountability.
For support coordinators, the proposal consolidates existing registration groups and sets clearer guidelines for compliance. SIL providers will face stricter regulations to prevent exploitation and improve service standards. Platform providers, which connect NDIS participants with support workers through online platforms, will also need to meet new requirements that balance choice, control, and safety.
The transition process is still evolving, and while the first steps toward implementation are in place, discussions continue around whether more providers should be required to register in the future.
With changes on the horizon, providers and participants should prepare for greater regulatory oversight and new compliance requirements. To stay informed about the next steps, read the original article here.