What you'll learn
Learn Australian Sign Language with our sign language short courses online & in Sydney!
Sign Language Course: Introduction to Auslan 1 offers you the unique and fun experience of communicating visually using Auslan, the natural language of the Australian Deaf Community.
If you want to learn basic Sign Language in Sydney, then this course is for you.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this sign language course, taught by both deaf and hearing teachers, you should be able to:
- Use basic communication skills in Auslan
- Use visual-gestural communication strategies
- Identify the Deaf community
- Find effective ways to communicate with deaf people.
It is intended that the above topics will be covered, but not necessarily in the order given. Adult education classes can vary as parts of the curriculum are adapted to suit the needs of the group.
Course content
What will be covered in this sign language course?
This sign language course will give you:
- An appreciation for Auslan
- Access to genuine Auslan with deaf teachers
- A chance to develop practical Auslan skills
- The opportunity to learn through fun and informal classes
- A good introduction to Auslan before committing to accredited courses
Intended audience
Who is this sign language course for?
This course is for anyone who wants to be introduced to Auslan (Australian Sign Language) and deaf culture.
Course venue
This course is currently offered online and face-to-face. Please ensure you check the course location when you enrol.
Face-to-face classes
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon Street & Victoria Road)
Online classes
Each week you get access to a brand new video with all the signs for the week, plus a live online class with a deaf teacher where you will practice your Auslan skills for 1-2 hours. Classes are run using Zoom, and you will need a laptop or desktop computer so that you can see everything clearly (no phones or tablets please).
Additional information
Please note the following:
This sign language course is a pre-requisite for Sign Language Course: Level 2.
Course testimonials
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Clarissa said: Bryan was a fabulous teacher. He made the classes fun and easy to follow. Great amount of content covered too! Thank you!
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Rowena said: Our Tutor was amazing! Friendly, welcoming, funny and very diligent. Loved the course
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Valerie said: It was a friendly class and the tutor made it great fun without any pressure. I could not complete the course because I was sick.
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Sonia said: I learnt so much in only 7 weeks. Krista was an incredible teacher, fun, approachable and so attentive to everyone in the class. It's been a wonderful introduction to Auslan and I look forward to learning more in the future. Thank you so much!
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Misato said: I highly recommend this course. The teacher Margaret was very lovely and she made us students enjoy every lesson. A lot of interactive activities was going on and all I felt was "fun". Because it was so fun, I have already signed up for Sign Language 2.
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