Auslan 101: Introduction is more than just a language class - it’s an invitation to connect. You’ll explore how to express yourself visually through handshapes, body movement, and facial expressions, while learning how to structure Auslan sentences and engage respectfully with Deaf people.

You’ll start with the basics - greetings, names, and everyday vocabulary - and progress towards holding simple conversations. Along the way, you’ll gain insights into Deaf identity, language rights, and the unique experiences of Auslan users in Australia.

This course is highly interactive, combining direct instruction, group practice, games, storytelling, and reflection. Every session encourages hands-on participation, ensuring that learners not only watch and copy signs but understand the meaning, grammar, and cultural context behind them.

This program is designed to provide a foundational introduction to Auslan, enabling participants to build confidence in basic communication through everyday interactions. The course covers five key topic areas: meeting people, numbers and time, colour, describing people, animals, and objects, and food and drink.

Participants will learn to:

• Recognise and produce basic signs

• Use fingerspelling accurately

• Engage in simple, meaningful exchanges in Auslan

• Develop vocabulary to describe people, preferences, and everyday items

• Navigate real-life scenarios such as giving directions, scheduling, and ordering food

This course is ideal for absolute beginners or those with minimal exposure to Auslan, offering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

1. Meeting People

• Learn how to address, greet, and take leave; introduce yourself and others; understand and produce fingerspelling for names and places.

2. Numbers and Time

• Recognise and use numbers (0–30) in practical contexts such as age, phone numbers, time, dates, and money.

3. Colour

• Learn the signs for common colours and apply them to describe items, clothing, and surroundings.

4. Describing People, Animals, and Objects

• Learn how to give physical descriptions, describe family members and pets, and talk about common objects and their locations.

5. Food and Drink

• Express likes and dislikes, describe meals, and practice everyday conversations around food and drink.

$249 per person (full 6-week program)

Includes:

• Tuition by qualified Deaf trainers

• Access to all course materials, visual guides, and practice videos

• Access to the Student Portal (NEW)

• Certificate of Completion

• Optional follow-up support and guidance towards further learning pathways

Discount Options:

• 10% discount if booked with Auslan 102

• Discounts available for NFPs, community groups, and schools

• Group or bulk bookings (5 or more) may qualify for a custom quote

By completing this course, you will be able to:

• Confidently introduce yourself and engage in basic conversation in Auslan

• Spell out words and names using fingerspelling

• Use a range of everyday vocabulary relevant to home, work, and social life

• Apply visual grammar, including facial expressions and non-manual features

• Demonstrate respectful and inclusive communication with Deaf individuals

• Recognise and appreciate the cultural and linguistic richness of the Deaf community

• Prepare for further study in Auslan through our intermediate programs

We offer this course through the following formats:

• Face-to-Face Classes – Held at accessible locations with small groups for personalised support. Great for interactive learning and building community with other learners.

• Live Online Sessions – Delivered by our Deaf trainers using visual slides, demonstrations, and breakout room activities. 

• Workplace Delivery – Customised delivery onsite for your staff team, ideal for organisations seeking to improve accessibility and inclusion.

Regardless of format, all learners receive the same quality content and access to downloadable materials to support their practice between sessions.

When you enrol in Auslan 101, you’ll receive:

• Weekly 2-hour interactive sessions led by experienced Deaf trainers

• Comprehensive learner resource pack (PDF + video links)

• Visual vocabulary and sentence structure guides

• Practice assignments and feedback opportunities

• Access to Student Portal, a private online learning space

• A personalised Certificate of Completion

• Guidance on your next steps for Auslan learning

All resources are designed with visual learners in mind, and no spoken language skills are required.

This course is perfect for:

• Absolute beginners with no previous Auslan experience

• Family and friends of Deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind people

• Educators, childcare professionals, and allied health staff

• NDIS providers and disability support workers

• Frontline and customer service teams looking to increase accessibility

• Anyone passionate about learning a visual language and supporting inclusion

Whether you’re learning for professional development or personal enrichment, you’ll walk away with skills and confidence that make a real difference.

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE!