Certificate II in Auslan
- National Course Code: PSP20218
- TAFE NSW code: PSP20218-01V01-22WYO-039
Location – Wyong
Attendance
Part Time
Course Start Date
20 Jul 2022
Study Commitment
6 Hours per week
Duration
38 weeks
- Nationally Recognised Training
- This training is fully government-subsidised under JobTrainer
- Fully Subsidised Course
Course Details
The nationally accredited Certificate II in Auslan will help you communicate with deaf family, friends or community members. You will learn basic signing skills and the cultural values of the Deaf community from teachers who are actively part of the Deaf community.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through a mix of theory and practical course work, learn to:
- Understand sentences and frequently used expressions
- Talk about personal and family information, shopping and employment
- Communicate simple and direct exchanges of information on familiar and routine matters
- Provide a simple description of your background, immediate environment and matters of immediate need
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:
- Good communication skills
- A patient and flexible nature
- A supportive and caring attitude
- The ability to adapt to new situations
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Completing this course provides you with:
- A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate II level
- Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities
Career opportunities:
- Disability Support Worker
- Auslan teacher
GROW YOUR CAREER
Take your career further with the:
- Certificate III in Auslan
- Certificate IV in Auslan
- Diploma of Auslan
Once you have a Diploma of Auslan, you can then train as a professional interpreter by completing the following qualifications:
- Diploma of Interpreting
- Advanced Diploma of Interpreting
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A teacher will contact you to make sure this is the right course for you.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
This course will help you with:
- Communicating in Auslan
- Understanding Deaf culture and protocols
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
Discover the skills you need, for the job you want at a TAFE NSW Information Session.
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a part time, on campus course. You must attend approximately 6 hours of class. You may also be required to complete approximately 6 hours of additional study. This additional study could include private study, work placements and research.
The course will run 2 days a week for 38 weeks.
We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services
As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
- Smarthinking - after hours online study support service
- Easy computing online short courses
- Access to local TAFE libraries
- Accessibility and Disability Support Services
- Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home
The way you learn may change during your enrolment to ensure the best learning experience or to keep you safe as COVID-19 restrictions change, and some of our face to face classes may change to online or virtual classroom learning. Also, to ensure that we keep you safe while studying, we may modify our face to face classes to meet physical distancing requirements and increased cleaning on campus. If work placement and the demonstration of practical skills are requirements of your course, there may be a modification or delay in the planned timeframe due to COVID-19 impacts. Be assured, we'll keep you informed every step of the way.
This course is currently scheduled on Wednesday and Friday with morning classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
This is a fully government-subsidised JobTrainer course. Eligibility criteria applies.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
This course is government-subsidised, meaning you pay a portion of the full course fee to TAFE NSW and the NSW Government will pay the balance. However, you must meet certain eligibility criteria for this to apply.
Depending on your previous qualifications and experience, your fee may be less than the maximum fee quoted. Your actual fee and eligibility for concession/exemption will be calculated and confirmed during the enrolment process. Payment plans are available through TAFE NSW for Smart and Skilled eligible qualifications.
For further information about eligibility and explanations of the different fee categories, visit Are You Eligible?
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
Learn about TAFE NSW Fees
Learn about TAFE NSW Payment/Funding
RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
Applying with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. As you progress through the application and enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.
For further information or assistance, call 131 601.
If you are interested in studying as a Trainee please call 131 601 for full details. (only if available as a trainee)
Core Units
Number | Title |
---|---|
PSPLAN001 | Converse in Auslan at a basic user level |
PSPLAN002 | Compare the fundamental differences between Auslan and English structure |
PSPLAN003 | Source information on Deaf culture, and communicate according to Deaf protocol |
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
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Wyong
Phone 131 601
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