Early childhood (ECEI) — NDIS Support
Yes — Early childhood (ECEI) is an NDIS support under Improved Daily Living — Allied Health (Category 14), funded from your Capacity Building budget when it is reasonable and necessary for your goals.
Early childhood (ECEI) (NDIS Improved Daily Living — Allied Health, Category 14): what it covers, who it is for, funding and how to access NDIS providers across Australia.
Early childhood (ECEI) FAQs
- Is Early childhood (ECEI) covered by the NDIS?
- Yes — Early childhood (ECEI) is part of the NDIS Improved Daily Living — Allied Health category (Category 14), funded from your Capacity Building budget when it is a reasonable and necessary support for your goals.
- How do I get Early childhood (ECEI) funded in my NDIS plan?
- Request it at your planning meeting or plan reassessment, with evidence that it helps you pursue your goals and build independence. Plan-managed and self-managed participants can use any suitable provider; NDIA-managed participants use registered providers.
- How do I find Early childhood (ECEI) providers?
- Browse NDIS providers on Novida by category and location, compare availability and registration status, and enquire for free — your contact details stay private until a provider responds.