Join our courses taught in Auslan for Deaf adults in NSW. Improve your skills and get new knowledge on different topics from our office in Parramatta.
We have 4 week or 18 week courses available. This training is funded by the NSW Government.
We have 4-week or 18-week courses in NSW for Deaf people. This training is funded by the NSW Government.
Use the tabs below to toggle through the various categories of information, including the classes and topics offered in each respective course.
Would you like to know more about the structure of Auslan? Maybe you teach Auslan and want to learn more about Auslan as a language? Are you interested to know how Auslan is different from English? There are many cool things about how Auslan is used so come along and find out about what makes Auslan unique.
You’ll learn:
TUESDAY EVENINGS – 6.00pm to 8.30pm
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS – 6.00pm to 8.30pm
SATURDAYS – 10:00am to 3:30pm
If you have never used Zoom before, let us know and we will set you up before the first class. You must have a laptop with a camera to do this course.
Do you use Zoom to teach or for meetings? Maybe you want to study or use Zoom for a chat with friends. This course is for you. Bring your laptop. If you don’t have one, you can borrow ours.
You’ll learn:
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS – 6:00pm to 8:30pm
If you have never used Zoom before, let us know and we will set you up before the first class. You must have a laptop with a camera to do this course.
If English is not your first language, ChatGPT can help. Do you write difficult emails, reports, letters? Do you need help to express yourself well? Learn about how ChatGPT can help in your everyday and work life. Bring your laptop. If you don’t have one, you can borrow ours.
You’ll learn:
SATURDAYS – 10:00am-3:30pm
If you are looking for an administration job this might be the course for you. Maybe you want to refresh your skills or prepare for a future job.
You’ll learn:
TUESDAY EVENINGS – 6:00pm to 8:30pm
This course is for beginners or people who have basic skills using Microsoft Excel and want to learn more. Learn how to create spreadsheets and become more efficient in your work. You can also use this course to prepare for future work you might want. Bring your laptop.
You’ll learn:
THURSDAY & FRIDAY – 10:00am-3:30pm
Do you know what your dream job is? Have you applied for jobs but missed out? Do you need to brush up on your job seeking skills? Yes? This is the course for you.
Looking for work is hard, doing it together makes it easier. Bring your laptop for this course.
You’ll learn:
Fridays – 10:00am to 3;30pm
You’ll learn:
TUESDAYS – 1:00pm to 3:30pm, 29 July-16 December
Break: Monday 29 September – Friday 17 October
You’ll learn:
MONDAYS – 9:30am to 12:00pm, 28 July-15 December
Break: Monday 29 September – Friday 17 October
You’ll learn:
MONDAYS – 1:00pm to 3:30pm, 28 July-15 December
Break: Monday 29 September – Friday 17 October
You’ll learn:
WEDNESDAYS – 1:00pm to 3:30pm, 30 July-17 December
Break: Monday 29 September – Friday 17 October
You’ll learn:
TUESDAYS – 9:30am to 12:00pm, 29 July-16 December
Break: Monday 29 September – Friday 17 October
You’ll learn:
WEDNESDAYS – 9:30am to 12:00pm, 30 July-17 December
Break: Monday 29 September – Friday 17 October
You’ll learn:
THURSDAYS – 9:30am to 12:00pm, 31 July-18 December
Break: Monday 29 September – Friday 17 October
You’ll learn:
THURSDAYS – 1:00pm to 3:30pm, 31 July-18 December
Break: Monday 29 September – Friday 17 October
Download our Semester 2 course guides here:
4-Week Course Guide: click here
Download our Deaf Learners Program Fact Sheet: Coming Soon
In order for DC to assess your funding eligibility, you will need to provide some evidence along with your Enrolment Form.
Proof of citizenship in the form of one of the following:
Proof of residency or employment in the form of one of the following:
Proof of disability in the form of one of the following:
This training is funded by the NSW Government. Courses are fee-free for people who meet the eligibility requirements.
Eligibility checklist:
Deaf Connect requires students to undertake a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) Test as part of the enrolment process.
More information will be provided to you upon assessment of your eligibility for your course of choice.
If you need additional information, support, or would like to enquire about accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair accessibility at our venues, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]
If you are 15 years of age or older, you can enrol in this course. People under 15 years of age are not eligible to enrol in these classes.
This course is proudly funded by the NSW Government and is fee-free for eligible students.
If you are unsure about your eligibility, please get in touch with our friendly team using the form below or by emailing [email protected].
Choosing which type of course to study really depends on your goals.
4-Week Courses are designed for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults who are looking to build upon their existing skill or learn new skills to support their professional development or interests. If you’re looking to upskill or looking for to build skills in a shorter amount of time or if you need flexibility around work during the day, the 4-week course could be a good option.
18-Week Courses are designed for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults who are looking to build foundational life skills. If you’re not currently working, these skill can help support you to enter the workforce for the first time. 18-week courses run Monday-Friday during the day.
Yes! Get in touch with our team using the form below or by emailing [email protected]
Yes! You can enrol in more than one course. Make sure to check course times to avoid overlapping classes.
Need support with your enrolment documents or want to see which course is right for you? Our staff can answer your questions and help you to enrol in person.
When: 10am – 1pm, Tuesday 22 July 2025
Where: Deaf Connect Parramatta (Level 4/69 Phillip St, Parramatta NSW 2150)
The sessions will be in Auslan. If you can’t make it to our Enrolment Day, let us know and we will book an appointment with you.
For all course enquiries or to express your interest to enrol, email us via the below form and our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Courses for Deaf Adults is delivered by Deaf Connect. All content on this website related to these classes and material is the intellectual property of Deaf Connect. Unauthorised use or reproduction of any materials is prohibited.
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