Behaviour support

NDIS category: Capacity Building · Stable

Behaviour support — including the development and implementation of behaviour support plans by Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioners — is stable under the April 2026 reforms. This is an evidence-based, functional support with clear regulatory requirements and strong justification.

What changed in April 2026

Behaviour support was not specifically targeted in the April 2026 announcement. It sits within the capacity building support category, but its mandatory regulatory framework (all providers of restrictive practices must have an NDIS-registered BSP) and clear functional justification give it more protection than general social participation programs.

For participants

Behaviour support is not at risk from the April 2026 reforms. Continue to work with your BSP on your support plan as normal.

For providers

Behaviour support practitioners are in a stable position. The regulatory requirements around restrictive practices remain in place. Monitor any guidance from the NDIS Commission on practice standards updates.

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Frequently asked

Will behaviour support plans continue to be funded by the NDIS?

Yes. Behaviour support is not a reform target. The mandatory regulatory framework that requires registered BSPs for any plan involving restrictive practices remains in place. This is not a support type the government is shifting to the foundational tier.

Other support types

Core supports Capacity building supports Capital supports (AT & home mods) Supported Independent Living (SIL) Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Early childhood supports (ECEI)

Information current as of 2026-05-07. Rules are subject to change as legislation is finalised. This page is general information, not legal or financial advice. Full disclaimer