Key Information
COVID Information
Where face to face classes are being offered, we are adhering to the Australian Government social distancing regulations so registrations will be limited.
Deaf Connect COVID Safe plan requires that all students attending face to face classes to be fully/up to date vaccinated. All students who attend face to face classes will be required to show proof that they are fully/up to date vaccinated or have a medical exemption at their first class.
Skills Gained
By the end of Introduction to Auslan 1, students will be able to:
• Greet others and introduce yourself
• Give and request personal details such as phone numbers and addresses
• Count in Auslan
• Fingerspell in Auslan
• Ask and answer simple questions (using “who”, “what”, “when”, “where”, etc.)
• Communicate practical vocabulary including colours, days of the week and family
• Express agreement and disagreement
• Use visual-gestural communication strategies
• Identify the Deaf Community
• Explain effective ways of communicating with deaf people
Cost
Full price = $220.00 including GST.
Concession price = $185 including GST.
Duration
This is an 8 week course.
In the event where a face to face or online class needs to be cancelled the course can be extended by 1 week to make up for the missed class.
To be eligible to receive a certificate you are required to attend 6 out of 8 classes.
Face-to-face Delivery
This class is delivered Face to face.
In extenuating circumstances, the class may be moved online (Zoom). This will only occur in the event where participants or staff may be at risk. For example: weather.
This course is taught by a Deaf tutor.
Minimum Age
The minimum age to enrol in this class is sixteen years.
Disability
If you need additional information or support (e.g. wheelchair accessibility), please contact us.
Communications
When enrolling, please double check your email address is entered correctly.
Email is the primary means by which we will contact you about your course.
Please monitor your junk folder for emails from Deaf Connect and if you do not receive an email about your course by at least the day before the scheduled start date, please contact us.
Pre-Class Prep
You are not required to prepare before you start your first class.
However you will still be required to have access to the internet to access your student resources online. There may be some printing required to participate the in-class activities with your peers.
Please ensure to bring a notebook and pen to every class in case you need to write notes.
UPCOMING COURSES
Location | Name | Date | Time | Available Spaces | |
QLD - Annerley - Our Lady's College, 15 Chester Rd | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Annerley | Tue 18 Apr - 13 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 2 | |
QLD - Brisbane City Library, 266 George St | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Brisbane City Library | Tue 18 Apr - 13 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 0 | |
QLD - Loganlea - DeafCare, 1 Kraatz Ave | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Loganlea | Tue 18 Apr - 13 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 10 | |
QLD - Maroochydore - NorthShore Comm'y Cnt, 701 David Low Wy | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Maroochydore | Tue 18 Apr - 13 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 0 | |
QLD - Maryborough - Deaf Connect, 26 Wilson St | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Maryborough | Tue 18 Apr - 13 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 18 | |
QLD - Townsville - Deaf Connect, 313 Ross River Rd | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Townsville | Tue 18 Apr - 13 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 13 | |
QLD - West End - Croquet Club, 91 Cordelia St South Brisbane | Introduction to Auslan 1 - West End | Tue 18 Apr - 13 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 7 | |
QLD - Cairns - Deaf Connect, 37 Pease St Manoora | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Cairns | Thu 20 Apr - 8 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 11 | |
QLD - Gordon White Library, 54 Phillip St, Mt Pleasant | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Mackay | Thur 20 Apr - 8 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 13 | |
QLD - Moorooka - Deaf Connect, 915 Ipswich Rd | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Moorooka | Thu 20 Apr - 8 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 15 | |
ACT - Braddon - Ainslie Arts Centre, 30 Elouera St | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Canberra | Mon 24 Apr - 26 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 0 | |
QLD - North Lakes Community Centre 10 The Corso | Introduction to Auslan 1 - North Lakes | Mon 24 Apr - 19 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 3 | |
QLD - Palm Beach Neighbourhood Centre, 16 Third Ave | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Palm Beach | Wed 26 Apr - 14 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 0 | |
QLD - Moorooka - Deaf Connect, 915 Ipswich Rd | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Moorooka DAY | Thu 27 Apr - 15 Jun | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | 16 | |
NSW - Parramatta - Deaf Connect, Level 4, 69 Phillip St | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Parramatta SAT | Sat 29 Apr - 20 May | 10:00 am - 02:00 pm | 20 | |
NSW - Liverpool - Liverpool Girls' High School, Forbes St | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Liverpool | Mon 1 May - 26 Jun | 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 9 | |
NT Darwin - Harry Glese Building, Suite 2/1 Willeroo St TIWI | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Darwin | Wed 3 May - 21 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 8 | |
QLD - Toowoomba City Library 155 Herries St | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Toowoomba | Tue 2 May - 20 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 15 | |
NSW - Newcastle - Charlestown Community Ce, 81/30 Pearson St | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Newcastle | Tues 2 May - 20 Jun | 06:30 pm - 08:30 pm | 13 | |
NSW - Parramatta - Deaf Connect, Level 4, 69 Phillip St | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Parramatta | Tues 2 May - 20 Jun | 06:30 pm - 08:30 pm | 13 | |
NSW - Chatswood, Level 1, 8 Thomas St | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Chatswood | Tues 2 May - 20 Jun | 07:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 4 | |
NSW - Rozelle - Sydney Community College, 2A Gordon Street | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Rozelle | Wed 3 May - 21 Jun | 06:30 pm - 08:30 pm | 6 | |
NSW - Rozelle - Sydney Community College, 2A Gordon Street | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Rozelle | Thurs 4 May - 22 Jun | 06:30 pm - 08:30 pm | 7 | |
NSW - Parramatta - Deaf Connect, Level 4, 69 Phillip St | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Parramatta DAY | Fri 5 May - 23 Jun | 01:00 pm - 03:00 pm | 14 | |
QLD - Alderley - Deaf Connect, 467 Enoggera Rd | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Alderley DAY | Fri 5 May - 23 Jun | 03:00 pm - 05:00 pm | 16 | |
QLD - Alderley - Deaf Connect, 467 Enoggera Rd | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Alderley SAT | SAT 6 May - 27 May | 09:00 am - 01:00 pm | 2 | |
QLD - Moorooka - Deaf Connect 915 Ipswich Rd | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Moorooka SAT | SAT 6 May - 27 May | 09:00 am - 01:00 pm | 14 | |
SA - Mile End - Deaf Connect 200 South Road | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Mile End | Tue 9 May - 27 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 16 | |
SA - Mawson Lakes - The Mawson Centre, 2-8 Main Street | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Mawson Lakes | Wed 10 May - 28 Jun | 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm | 15 | |
SA - Mile End - Deaf Connect 200 South Road | Introduction to Auslan 1 - Mile End DAY | Fri 12 May - 30 Jun | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | 19 |
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