Last updated on 11 May 2022
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.
Clinical indicators – housing modifications (PDF, 242 KB, 1 pages)
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.
Competency framework – complex housing modifications (PDF, 179 KB, 7 pages)
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) (PDF, 38 KB, 2 pages)
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.
Re-credentialing – complex housing modifications (PDF, 242 KB, 2 pages)
Reference material
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