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Certificate II in Auslan

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Are you ready to learn a second language with a difference?. Auslan (Australian Sign Language) is the language of the Deaf Community; it's not a language, it's a culture.

Key details

Degree Type
Certificate
Duration
2 semesters full-time
Course Code
PSP20218
Study Mode
Online, In person
Intake Months
Feb

About this course

Are you ready to learn a second language with a difference?.

Auslan (Australian Sign Language) is the language of the Deaf Community; it's not a language, it's a culture. Learning Auslan will allow you to converse with deaf people and help gain employment in teaching, childcare, community welfare, public service, and health positions.

When you complete the Certificate II in Auslan you'll have the basics of a new language, increasing your value as an employee or, with further training, looking at a career as an interpreter.

You will gain the knowledge and skills to communicate socially and in the workplace with simple Australian Sign Language (Auslan), and gain an understanding of deaf communities and culture. On completion you will be prepared for further formal Auslan language study.

Study locations

Perth

Online

What you will learn

  • The basic of Auslan, starting with the alphabet
  • Expressive and receptive signing skills
  • The grammatical structure of Auslan
  • How to connect and interact with Deaf people in a deeper way
  • Practical skills to have conversations in Auslan

Career pathways

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This course provides you with the knowledge and skills in Auslan that may lead to employment in areas such as:

  • Deaf employment
  • Deaf learning
  • Social and community work
  • Personal development

Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.

Visit one of our four Jobs and Skills Centres located at NMT's Balga, Joondalup, Midland and Perth campuses for free career planning advice and job search support.