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Sign Language: Auslan

Course Overview

Introduction to Auslan 1 is designed for people who have no prior experience with Auslan.

Students will learn basic skills to communicate with Deaf people on a variety of everyday topics.

The beginner courses are offered in a fun, informal, and relaxed in-person setting.

Students will learn:
  • Greeting others and introducing themselves
  • Giving and requesting personal details such as phone numbers and addresses
  • Counting in Auslan
  • Fingerspelling in Auslan
  • Asking and answering simple questions (using “who”, “what”, “when”, “where”, etc.)
  • Learning practical vocabulary, including colours, days of the week and family members
  • Developing effective visual-gestural communication skills
  • Learning about the Deaf Community and its culture
  • Practicing effective communication strategies for interacting with Deaf people
Term 2 Dates

Term 2 for Auslan runs from Monday 6 May to Monday 1 July.

Materials List
  • Pen and paper for note taking
  • Device to access internet

Please note: there will be no class on the 10th June due to that Monday being a public holiday.

 

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(02) 9922 2299
Monday to Friday - 10:00am to 6:00pm
220 Miller St, North Sydney - Back of Ted Mack Civic Park