Certificate III in Auslan

This course aims to develop Auslan language skills for confidently communicating about familiar topics within routine as well as some more challenging contexts. This includes holding simple conversations and giving presentations, making announcements and following simple instructions and directions. This course will also prepare you for further formal Auslan language study and is a part of the pathway towards Interpreter or Teacher of the Deaf training. Attendance Requirements (subject to change) This course is delivered as a blend of face to face and online learning. Language learning is face to face with 2 classes of 3 hours a week plus some work out of class. Day and evening classes may be available. The 2 theory units are studied online. 80% attendance in each unit in a term is needed to successfully complete this course. Industry Conditions and Skills You will need reasonable skills in reading, writing, face to face communication and basic research. You also need to be able to use online learning and have computer, organisation, time management and study skills.You should be willing to adapt to deaf cultural behaviours in signing spaces such as the classroom. These behaviours include: refraining from speaking or using voice, working in a brightly lit room without eye coverings (such as sunglasses), use of attention gaining methods like flashing lights, loud and sudden noises and appropriate touch (such as on upper arm).