OT Driving Assessments under the NDIS

If you are an NDIS participant, family member, or coordinator, our friendly team is ready to help achieve your driving goals

NDIS participants can obtain NDIS funding for driving lessons and vehicle modifications. We can help if:

  • You want to apply for NDIS funded driving lessons (e.g. learner drivers). The OT can recommend a number of driving lessons and organise a quote for the cost fo the lessons

  • You want to apply for NDIS funding for vehicle modifications as a driver or passenger

  • You have been asked my transport NDIS or your doctor to complete the assessment

Young male doing NDIS funded driving lessons
older male with leg amputation driving with vehicle hand controls

Reporting to RMS (Transport NSW)

Undertaking an OT driving assessment involves informing the RMS of your disability

  • The NDIS provides supports in areas of your life that are affected by your disability

  • If you want to apply for NDIS funded driving lessons, The RMS must be informed of your disability

  • If you want to apply for NDIS-funded vehicle modifications, the NDIS require the OT driving assessment with your application. The RMS is also given a copy of the report

Assessment costs

The cost of the assessment is $1357.93 (7 hours) from Improved Daily Living (CB daily activity) funding. This includes both off-road and on-road assessments, as well as the report and notification to Transport NSW.

For further information or advice regarding NDIS funding for OT driving assessments

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