Sign Language Course: Introduction to Auslan 1 Sydney Community College

Sign Language Course: Introduction to Auslan 1

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Improve your work skills and enhance your communication abilities by learning to improve your Australian Sign Language (Auslan) 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 Deaf tutors, you should have enhanced career prospects by:

  • 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 designed for students looking to upskill and be introduced to the rich world of Auslan (Australian Sign Language) and deaf culture. It is open to anyone who is eager to learn and understand Auslan, regardless of their previous experience or background.

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

Rozelle Campus

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.

$230 Limited GST free / $184 / $195.50 / $207
Sign Language Course: Introduction to Auslan 1

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Students must be over the age of 16 to participate in this course.

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Course testimonials:

  • Coco said: The Auslan 1 course is a fantastic introduction to this beautiful language. Claire is such a terrific teacher. She makes it fun and interesting as well as managing to engage the whole class in active learning. I have already recommended a friend who enrolled in another timed class and she loved it too.

  • Laura said: Best course I’ve ever taken. Our teacher Bryan is amazing. We all learned so much and had so much fun. Would definitely recommend and would love to continue to Sign 2.

  • Shilpa said: Bryan, the course teacher is worth his weight in platinum! He is such a great teacher and has such a great sense of humour. He makes you want to do your very best.