Becoming a Behaviour Support Practitioner
Thinking about becoming a Behaviour Support Practitioner, or just getting started in the field?
This section brings together practical guidance on what the BSP role involves, pathways to practitioner registration, preparing your Professional Development Plan and some of the decisions you may face as you begin your practice.
If you're completely new to Positive Behaviour Support, start with What is a Behaviour Support Practitioner? If you're already preparing for registration, the New Entry Level and Self-Assessment pathway guides may be a better place to begin.
Choosing the Self-Assessment Pathway to become a BSP
Considering the Self-Assessment Pathway to become a Behaviour Support Practitioner? This guide explains how the pathway works, what capability evidence you may need, the role of your supervisor, and the steps involved in demonstrating your practice against the PBS Capability Framework.
How to Prepare your Professional Development Plan for BSP Registration
Preparing your Professional Development Plan for BSP registration? This guide explains what to include, how to identify meaningful learning goals, the role of your supervisor, and how to create a plan that supports your development as a Behaviour Support Practitioner.
Getting Registered as a New Entry Level PBS Practitioner
Thinking about becoming a Behaviour Support Practitioner through the New Entry Level pathway? This guide explains the registration process step by step, including finding a supervisor, preparing your Professional Development Plan, completing the required documents and submitting your application to the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.
Where to next?
If you're still deciding whether the role is right for you, explore What’s it Like to Be a Behaviour Support Practitioner?
If you're preparing for registration, continue with our guides to the New Entry Level pathway, Self-Assessment pathway and Professional Development Plan.
Already working as a BSP? Visit How to Improve Your Practice for articles about reflection, professional judgement and sustainable practice, or explore our Supervision resources if you're looking for support with your development.