Social skills development — NDIS Support
Yes — Social skills development is an NDIS support under Increased Social Participation (Category 09), funded from your Capacity Building budget when it is reasonable and necessary for your goals.
Social skills development (NDIS Increased Social Participation, Category 09): what it covers, who it is for, funding and how to access NDIS providers across Australia.
Social skills development FAQs
- Is Social skills development covered by the NDIS?
- Yes — Social skills development is part of the NDIS Increased Social Participation category (Category 09), funded from your Capacity Building budget when it is a reasonable and necessary support for your goals.
- How do I get Social skills development 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 Social skills development 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.