Housing Modifications (Complex)
The Housing Modifications (Complex) credential allows you to assess people who need assistance to:
access their home
move independently or transfer within their home
carry out essential daily activities at home
care for a dependent person.
Complex modifications include level access showers, platform lifts, external door widening and fencing.
Download our clinical indicators – housing modifications
Who is eligible?
The following health professionals can apply for this credential:
occupational therapists (OT)
visiting neuro-developmental therapist OTs.
What are the accreditation requirements?
The competency framework sets out the pathway to gaining this credential.
Download our competency framework for complex housing modifications
You complete the online training course and competency tasks.
Under supervision, you submit 3 practice service requests. Your supervisor or employer must complete a declaration.
Example employer declaration – complex housing modifications (complex)
Where to start?
You will need to:
register in EMS Assessor Online (if not already)
complete the online learning and development programme in EMS Assessor Online
apply for provisional accreditation – housing modifications complex.
When you have met all the requirements, you can apply for the credential in EMS Assessor Online.
When does this accreditation expire?
This accreditation is valid for three years. Learn more about the re-credentialing requirements.
Download Recredentialing – complex housing modifications
Reference material
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