Conversational Sign Language

Program Overview

UCOL's Conversational Sign Language Program is a 10-week part-time course that teaches students to communicate in New Zealand Sign Language. The program covers conversation skills, vocabulary, grammar, and cultural awareness. Graduates can pursue careers in education, social work, healthcare, and interpretation, or use their skills to communicate with deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The Conversational Sign Language program is a 10-week part-time program offered at UCOL.
• The program aims to teach students how to discuss everyday familiar activities using New Zealand Sign Language.
• The course content includes:
• Conversation skills
• Vocabulary building
• Grammar basics
• Cultural awareness
• The course schedule consists of 2 hours of class time per week.
• The program is offered in Palmerston North and Whanganui.

Teaching:

• The program uses interactive teaching methods.
• The faculty includes experienced and qualified sign language teachers.
• The program offers a unique opportunity to learn sign language in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Careers:

• Graduates of the program can pursue careers in a variety of fields, including:
• Education
• Social work
• Healthcare
• Interpretation
• The program also provides graduates with the skills needed to communicate effectively with deaf and hard-of-hearing people in their personal lives.

Other:

• The program is open to both domestic and international students.
• Domestic students may be eligible for fees-free study.
• International students should enquire about fees.
• The program has a strong focus on cultural awareness and inclusivity.
• Students will have the opportunity to meet and interact with deaf and hard-of-hearing people.
• The program is part of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.
• The program is offered in partnership with the Deaf Association of New Zealand.
• The program is accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.