Art and Music Therapy Under the NDIS: Eligibility, Pricing and Provider Guidance
Art and music therapy continue to grow as meaningful supports for NDIS participants across Australia, particularly in remote and regional communities where traditional therapy options may be harder to access.
This guide explains the latest NDIS expectations, how participants qualify, and what providers need to know to invoice correctly.
1. Policy Update Summary
Recent NDIS guidelines affirm that art and music therapy must:
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Be delivered by qualified practitioners
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Align with functional goals
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Be outcome-focused, not recreational
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Be delivered as capacity-building support
2. Who Qualifies for Art and Music Therapy?
Eligibility depends on:
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Functional needs demonstrated in assessments
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Goals related to communication, emotional regulation or capacity-building
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Evidence showing benefit from therapy
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Participants in remote locations may also qualify when other therapy options are limited.
3. Provider Requirements and Checklist
Therapists must provide:
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Qualifications aligned to NDIS category
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Outcome-based session notes
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Clear service agreements
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Travel cost breakdowns (especially important in regional QLD)
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First2Care Provider Invoicing Checklist
First2Care Invoice Template
4. How First2Care Supports Invoicing
We ensure:
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Claims match NDIS pricing limits
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Travel is charged correctly
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Service periods and notes comply with PACE
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Faster processing for verified providers
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Let's Get Started
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Got More Questions? Contact Your Local First2Care Team!
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Fill Out A First2Care Service Agreement Today!​​
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Email Us Your Music and Art Therapy Enquiry.
