Find an NZSL Class

Course overview:
A tailored Deaf Culture workshop for either 2, 4 or 7 hours. Essential for frontline staff, teachers, healthcare workers and all staff.

This course covers Deaf Culture and what that is, including Deaf identity and the different perspectives of this.

It covers NZSL as a language and gives important communication tips. This workshop can be delivered at your event/workplace/school. It will be tailored to your specific needs.

Please contact Merge NZ to learn more.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: Deaf Culture

Tutor: Merge NZ
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Merge NZ

Course overview:
Enrollment is now open for Level 1a Beginner for 2024. Also, check out level 1c Beginner and Level 2c Intermediate on our Usign NZ Facebook page and Usignnz Instagram posts.

For onsite classes at Cambridge for 2 x Level 1A Beginner, sign up now. Students prefer face-to-face learning and it's a great opportunity to meet new people. The course will cover topics like Greetings & Meeting, Our Class, Needs & Wants for 6 weeks.

Registration closes two weeks before the start of each course, so make sure you don't miss out on your secure space. The cost for the 6-week course is $130.00.

We also offer online classes for one-on-one or small groups. Stay tuned for updates on available space.

If you're interested in taking the next step, feel free to connect with us via text at 0275377779 or email at kelly@usign.co.nz.

We're excited to hear from you and help you achieve your goals!

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Kelly Quirke
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Kelly Quirke

Course cost: $130

Course overview:
We are pleased to invite you to an NZSL Intermediate 2 Level Course. This is a 15 week course - 7 weeks then a break, followed by 8 weeks. Each class is from 7pm to 9 pm on Monday evenings at the Auckland Deaf Society's location in Three Kings.

Tutor - Rachel Walker

This course is suitable for students who have previously completed NZSL Intermediate 1 or equivalent

On Completion of this course you will be ready to start Intermediate 3 level NZSL in July, 2025

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: Other

Tutor: Rachel Walker
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Karen den Hollander

Course cost: $260

Course overview:
We are pleased to invite you to an NZSL Intermediate 1 Level Course. This is a 15 week course - 7 weeks then a break, followed by 8 weeks. Each class is from 7 pm to 9 pm on Wednesday evenings at Three Kings

Tutor - Rachel Walker

This course is suitable for students who have completed Beginner 2 NZSL (or equivalent)

On Completion of this course you will be ready to start Intermediate 2 NZSL in July, 2025

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: Other

Tutor: Rachel Walker
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Karen den Hollander

Course cost: $260

Course overview:
NZSL for Emergency Services

Join our NZSL Course designed for emergency services. This 3-week crash course helps you connect effectively in critical situations. No prior experience is needed - just bring your enthusiasm! Enhance your skills and make a difference!

Type of tuition: Online

Course category: Customised

Tutor: Cathy Greyling
NZSLTA category: Non-Certified

Coordinator: Coordinator

Course cost: $65

Course overview:
NZSL Crash Course - Beg (Units 1-3)

Explore the wonders of NZSL from the comfort of your home! Join our engaging 5-week online course and begin your journey into the world of NZSL. Enrol today to start signing with confidence!

Type of tuition: Online

Course category: Customised

Tutor: Cathy Greyling
NZSLTA category: Non-Certified

Coordinator: Coordinator

Course cost: $95

Course overview:
Course Description

Learning some basic NZSL means you can communicate with NZ’s Deaf community more easily. NZSL knowledge is useful in all areas of life, but it is especially useful if you work in any kind of role that includes contact with the public, such as retail, health care and customer service, where you may come into contact with Deaf customers or consumers. Having some basic NZSL skills means you can comfortably communicate with Deaf people, and makes it much easier for them to access information in their everyday lives. Students must have completed New Zealand Sign Language Level 1A & 1B, before they can enrol in Level 1C

Learning some basic conversational NZSL in our classes is interactive, easy and fun. Come and give it a try!

Level 1C covers:

Unit 6: Small Talk

start conversations with known and unknown people
make compliments and congratulations
ask and tell about general wellbeing, health and everyday life
discuss the weather
close a conversation
Unit 7: Community and Work

communicate about essential services and locations in their community
describe occupations, tasks and transport in relation to work and community activities
negotiate appointments and bookings
discuss prices on use of services and purchases, and ways of payment.
Course Prerequisite Conditions

To complete NZ Sign Language Level 1B : Rutherford College Community Education Centre

Course Fee Subsidy

This course is subsided by Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) for NZ citizens and permanent migrant adults, their partners on work visas or visitor visas, and refugees. To qualify, registrants should be over the age of 16 years and not currently enrolled in a secondary school. You must provide evidence of NZ citizenship, residency, or refugee status to our staff for sighting purposes.

The tuition fee is $100 for Non-Residents.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Julie-Anne Taylor
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Ramona Toth

Course cost: $50

Course overview:
NZSL for Educators Online

Learn NZSL from the comfort of your home! Join our beginner-friendly 3-week crash course designed specifically for educators. Expert-led classes with e-handouts to empower your teaching. Don't miss this opportunity!

Type of tuition: Online

Course category: Customised

Tutor: Janine Campbell
NZSLTA category: Provisional

Coordinator: Coordinator

Course cost: $65

Course overview:
Course Description

Learning some basic NZSL means you can communicate with NZ’s Deaf community more

NZSL knowledge is useful in all areas of life, but it is especially useful if you work in any kind of role that includes contact with the public, such as retail, health care and customer service, where you may come into contact with Deaf customers or consumers. Having some basic NZSL skills means you can comfortably communicate with Deaf people, and makes it much easier for them to access information in their everyday lives. Learning some basic conversational NZSL in our classes is interactive, easy and fun. Come and give it a try!

Level 1A covers:

Unit 1: Meeting and Greeting

exchange greetings and make introductions
understanding simple class instructions
learn about the role of facial expression in NZSL
learn to get and give eyegaze before signing
learn to numbers 1-10
learn the alphabet, spell own name, ask for repetition
Unit 2: Our Class

identify people in the class
name language(s) they are learning
give and follow simple instructions and action commands
ask for clarification, correction and confirmation
ask and tell where something is in the class
use appropriate phrases for arriving late to class
use numbers for counting (0-20) and simple time phrases
Unit 3: Needs and Wants

name common food and drink items
make and respond to requests and offers for basic wants and needs
ask and tell locations of familiar objects / locations
express likes and disliks
understand basic signs about emergency exit procedures
Course Fee Subsidy

This course is subsided by Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) for NZ citizens and permanent migrant adults, their partners on work visas or visitor visas, and refugees. To qualify, registrants should be over the age of 16 years and not currently enrolled in a secondary school. You must provide evidence of NZ citizenship, residency, or refugee status to our staff for sighting purposes.

The tuition fee is $100 for Non-Residents.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Jeff Went
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Ramona Toth

Course cost: $50

Course overview:
Course Description

Learning some basic NZSL means you can communicate with NZ’s Deaf community more easily. NZSL knowledge is useful in all areas of life, but it is especially useful if you work in any kind of role that includes contact with the public, such as retail, health care and customer service, where you may come into contact with Deaf customers or consumers. Having some basic NZSL skills means you can comfortably communicate with Deaf people, and makes it much easier for them to access information in their everyday lives. Students must have completed New Zealand Sign Language Level 1A, before they can enrol in Level 1B

Learning some basic conversational NZSL in our classes is interactive, easy and fun. Come and give it a try!

Level 1B covers:

Unit 4: Family and Friends

tell about immediate family/whanau and relationships
give and ask personal information about self and others such as where one lives and their pets
use numbers for counting, age, ranking
Unit 5: Everyday Activities

communicate about simple hpome and leisure daily routines and activities
express feelings about activities
use calendar and clock time phrases
Course Prerequisite Conditions

To complete NZ Sign Language Level 1A : Rutherford College Community Education Centre.

Course Fee Subsidy

This course is subsided by Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) for NZ citizens and permanent migrant adults, their partners on work visas or visitor visas, and refugees. To qualify, registrants should be over the age of 16 years and not currently enrolled in a secondary school. You must provide evidence of NZ citizenship, residency, or refugee status to our staff for sighting purposes.

The tuition fee is $100 for Non-Residents.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Julie-Anne Taylor
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Ramona Toth

Course cost: $50