NZDSN supports provider access to the following training opportunities:
MSD Training Fund
We’re delighted to share that the Ministry of Social Development Training Fund, which NZDSN manages on the Ministry’s behalf, is open for applications.
The fund allows employees of Disability Service Providers funded by MSD to apply for training options that will improve delivering support to disabled New Zealanders.
Read the full eligibility criteria
NZDSN Training Funding Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of training do you fund?
We fund training which is relevant to your position within your organisation for
development purposes. This can include a wide variety of courses and workshops from
dealing with clients to postgraduate study.
How much can I apply for and how many times may I apply?
There is no set amount payable provided it does not exceed $4,500 total (GST inclusive)
across all rounds (we are now in Round 15). You may apply multiple times as long as the
total of your applications does not exceed this amount. Applicants who have exceeded the
$4500 per person limit and who were employed in an employment, participation and
inclusion service for more than four years will be eligible for extra funding up to $2000.
My course is out of town – will you pay for my travel?
No. Funding is for actual and reasonable course costs only and does not include travel,
accommodation or textbooks.
When do I have to send in my funding application?
Your application must be received before your course begins. We cannot consider
applications for training which has already started or is complete. Applications normally
take six weeks to process.
When will I hear if my funding is approved?
Please allow 14 business days for your application to be processed. Don’t forget, the
application must be in before the course start date.
Will you fund my attendance at a conference or forum?
No. Conference attendance and professional supervision is not considered training for the
purposes of the Fund.
Will you fund my health and safety course? My organisation already has the minimum
number of representatives but I want to do the course for my own development?
No. The Training Fund doesn’t differentiate as to why you are doing a course. Health and
safety courses are designed to meet an organisation’s minimum responsibilities and
accountabilities under legislation or guidelines and are, therefore, not eligible for funding.
Graduate Diploma in Disability Sector Leadership
Scholarship Opportunity
NZDSN and the Open Polytechnic have established a scholarship for disability support provider staff wishing to complete this programme.
To be eligible, prospective applicants must first obtain confirmation from the Open Polytechnic that they meet the academic criteria requirements for the Graduate Diploma. With that, an application may then be made to NZDSN for the scholarship.
If awarded, it means the applicant’s course fees for the programme will be waived by the Open Polytechnic.
There is a requirement that all scholarship recipients will participate in promotion of the programme with NZDSN.
NZDSN Member Benefit
All individual members of NZDSN are entitled to a 10% discount on all course fees when enrolled with Open Polytechnic.
Fact Sheet
Graduate Diploma in Disability Sector Leadership Fact Sheet pdf
Study Plan
Graduate Diploma in Disability Sector Leadership Study Plan pdf
Application Form
Graduate Diploma in Disability Sector Leadership Application form – pdf
Graduate Diploma in Disability Sector Leadership Application form – Word
Questions?
Contact our Office Manager at admin@nzdsn.org.nz or on 027 534 6471 or our CEO at ceo@nzdsn.org.nz or on 027 534 6472.