Certificate II in Auslan

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Course overview

Auslan is the recognised language of Deaf people in Australia. Based on distinct
spatial movements called "signs including shapes made
by hands and arms, with meaning emphasised by eyes, facial expression and
body posture. Auslan has a grammar that is not based on spoken languages and
has many signs without English equivalent. Whilst some signs are equivalent to English, they are expressed through a different grammatical structure. Auslan is not universal – it is unique to Australia.
The Certificate II in Auslan aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to effectively communicate in Auslan, the language used by members of the Deaf community in Australia.

Learn more about the Auslan and Deaf Studies Centre at the following web address: http://www.kangan.edu.au/departments/language-studies/auslan/

Course modules

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may lead to work in a range of occupations such as teacher's aide, integration aide, residential worker, etc.

What skills will I have when I complete this course?

You will gain skills in Auslan and sufficient knowledge of Deaf culture to communicate with most Deaf people in Australia in social, recreational and basic professional situations.

What qualifications will I receive?

On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate II in Auslan. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.

What opportunities for further studies will I have?

Credit transfers may be available into the Diploma of Auslan. You can also study the course in Notetaking for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing People.

Can I apply?

There are no set prerequisites for this course.

How do I apply?

Applicants should contact the Auslan and Deaf Studies Centre on Ph: 9425 5777, Email: auslanadmin@kangan.edu.au or TTY: 9425 5779 to be registered on a database. Specific enrolment information will then be forwarded to you.

How will I be selected for this course?

Applicants must attend an enrolment session to assess existing Auslan skill level if required and to complete paperwork, process course fees and organise student ID cards.

How long is the course?

This is a three year part-time course with intakes occurring in February and July each year.

Where and how can I study?

All modules are conducted on a part-time basis (three hours each per week for one semester). Most are offered as evening classes, Monday to Thursday at the Richmond campus.

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Contact the Contact Centre on 9279 2222 for a fee schedule. There will be extra costs for additional support materials, e.g. Auslan Practice DVDs or CD-ROMs.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods and signed presentations in front of class members, video work and roleplays. You will know in advance about the type of assessment and the how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information.

Additional comments

Applicants should contact the Auslan and Deaf Studies Centre on Ph: 9425 5777, Email: auslanadmin@kangan.edu.au or TTY: 9425 5779 to be registered on a database. Specific enrolment information will then be forwarded to you.

What will I study?

Auslan 1
Auslan 2
Auslan 3
Auslan 4
Auslan 5
Deaf Culture and Community 1
Team Building
An Overview of Deaf History
Introduction to Language and Terminology