Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF)

A service model which incentivises early treatment by physiotherapists.

EIPF physiotherapists

Note for all physiotherapists who are part of WorkSafe Victoria's Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF): While we develop additional resources and modules for the program, all new and existing EIPF registrations will be automatically extended to 1st April 2025. You are not required to take any action to have your registration extended.

What is the EIPF framework?

The Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF) is a service model that recognises the importance of early treatment in facilitating return to work and return to health outcomes.

Any physiotherapist can enroll in EIPF by completing the required online training modules and signing a declaration to provide services in line with the WorkSafe Victoria developed Clinical Framework for the Delivery of Health Services.

This framework is a set of guiding principles intended to support healthcare professionals in their treatment of an injury through:

measurement and demonstration of the effectiveness of treatment
adoption of a biopsychosocial approach
empower the injured person to manage their injury
implementing goals focused on optimising function, participation and return to work
base treatment on best available research evidence.

Note: WorkSafe Victoria expects that all health professionals providing services to workers will integrate the principles of the Clinical Framework for the Delivery of Health Services into their daily practice.

How to join EIPF

Ensure you are registered to provide services to the WorkSafe.

Register as a provider
Read the fact sheets below to decide if joining the EIPF is right for you (including the service standards and sample declaration).
To log in, you need to register (the 'Register' button is on the right of the screen). This allows you to resume the training later if you need to. Questions throughout the training are for learning purposes only. Your answers will not affect your ability to enrol in the EIPF program.

If you experience any issues, please email the following addresses. Technical support will be available Monday - Friday (8am - 5pm).
[email protected].

Register as a provider
Sign and return the declaration to [email protected] or Fax: (03) 9641 1767.

Your enrolment will start from the date your declaration is received by WorkSafe Victoria.

A confirmation letter will also be sent, for your records.

Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF)

What is the EIPF framework?

How to join EIPF

Register to provide services

Read the fact sheets

Complete the online training

Sign and return the declaration

Important information to know and understand

Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF): The model explained

Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF) policy

Early intervention physiotherapy framework (EIPF) fee schedule

Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF): Service standards

Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF): fees and billing

Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF): Example declaration

Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF): Training and enrolment

Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF): Q and A for physiotherapists – the new model explained

Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF): Q and A for physiotherapists – quality improvement framework

Early Intervention Physiotherapy Framework (EIPF): Q and A for physiotherapists – servicing and certified capacity

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