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EMS assessors

On this page you'll find how to become an accredited assessor, access support, check responsibilities, request services, and maintain your credentials easily.


Become an accredited EMS assessor to access Disability Support Services (formally managed under Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People) funded services for disabled people.

We have a number of tools to help you access services. Here you'll find all the information you need to work alongside us and other EMS providers.

  • Clinical Advisory Service Team

    Meet our Disability Support Services (DSS) Clinical Service Advisors and find out how they can help.

  • Disability Support Service resources

    As an assessor, you must follow DSS (previously Whaikaha – Ministry of Disabled People) funding and consultation guidelines. Find links to the resources you need.

  • Wheelchair and seating outreach services

    Are you assessing a person for long term wheelchair and seating, or 24 hour positioning supports? Our specialist EMS advisors can help.

  • Request EMS services

    Our processes for EMS assessors requesting services funded by Disability Support Services and advice from our Clinical Advisory Service.

  • What is an EMS assessor?

    EMS assessors have a vital role helping people access funding. Partner with us to find solutions for our disabled community.

  • Accreditations information

    To access different funding services, you need to gain accreditation modules. Find out how.

  • Enable processing times for DSS equipment

    The latest processing times for requests made to Enable New Zealand for disability equipment and tips on how to avoid delays.

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