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If you have a physical disability, you can take the standard driving test with additional support if required. You may need to use special aids or vehicle modification in order to safely drive.

If you have a disability, there are special requirements to obtain your learners licence or modify a vehicle.

If you have a disability, you may need vehicle modifications to help you drive safely and independently or travel more comfortably as a passenger.

If you have a disability, you may need to have a medical assessment in order to take the driving test. Many drivers successfully pass their driving test and require specific modifications or aids added to their licence.

If you have a physical disability, you can take the standard driving test or, if required, the disability driving test. You may need to use special aids or vehicle modification in order to safely drive.

The Driver Assessment and Rehabilitation Service (DARS) and Driving & OT Solutions (DOTS) provide advice, assessment, rehabilitation and training for people with a disability.

In South Australia assistance dogs can only be accredited under the Dog and Cat Management Act 1995, by either the Dog and Cat Management Board or the following prescribed accreditation bodies:

• Royal Society for the Blind
• Guide Dogs Australia
• Lions Hearing Dogs
• Assistance Dogs Australia
• Righteous Pups Australia
• Vision Australia
• Australian Veterinary Behaviour Services
• Integra Service Dogs Australia

The Disabled People’s Organisations (DPO) Australia promotes the human rights and freedoms of all people with disability.

You may be eligible for the Disability Support Pension to provide you with long-term (ongoing) financial support if you are aged over 16 with a physical, intellectual or mental condition that stops you from working.

The Tasmanian Government has resources available to provide support for parents and carers of students with disability.