Introducing the key elements of Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA).
Duration
3-Hours
Location
In-House and Online
How to attend this workshop
In-House Workshop
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Online Public Workshop
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Self-Paced e-Learning
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This course introduces the key elements of Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), including who it’s designed for, how it’s delivered, and what makes it different from other forms of housing.
You’ll explore the SDA ecosystem including SDA properties and design categories, the resident-centred approach and SDA provider practice standards and responsibilities.
Ideal for staff new to SDA or those supporting its delivery, this course provides a solid grounding in how SDA operates under the NDIS and state legislation.
It also serves as a helpful introduction before completing the Tenancy Management in Specialist Disability Accommodation course.
Course Objectives
In this course, you will learn how to:
- Describe what SDA is (and what it isn’t)
- Understand how the SDA service model works
- Recognise the different people involved in an SDA resident’s journey
- Identify SDA housing and design requirements
- Understand the resident-centred approach
- Describe the role of an SDA Provider in creating high-quality housing experiences
Course suitability
This course is designed for anyone looking to build their understanding of Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and how it operates. It is ideal for staff who are new to SDA, supporting SDA services, or working alongside SDA providers.
It is especially relevant for:
Course delivery
- Duration: 3-hour workshop
- Delivery options:
- Live online (interactive and engaging)
- In-person (on-site)
Added value
All delegates will receive access to online self-study learning content and resources to support their learning from the session.
