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Basic SA Sign Language On-site Course

5 day Basic Sign Language on-site course

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Discover SA Sign Language

A video introduction to SASL

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SASL Online Course

Online self-paced journey

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Blended SASL Online Course

Custom in-person & digital learning

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Basic SASL On-Site Course

5 full days

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Basic SASL Interactive Course

Cost: R5000 per person (minimum of 10 staff members)

Comprehensive course reference manual
– One-on-One support and mentorship

– Certificate of attendance
– Six Modules

Course information

  • SASL Enhancements Part 1
  • SASL Enhancements Part 2
  • Guide To Communicate With Deaf And Hard-of-hearing People
  • Introducing Yourself And Others Using SASL
  • Provide Information About Yourself And Ask For Information Of Others Using SASL
  • Having Conversations

    Outcomes

    Upon finishing this course, participants will gain insights into Deaf culture and learn effective ways to interact with Deaf individuals. They will become proficient in identifying South African Sign Language (SASL), fingerspelling the alphabet, and understanding basic SASL signs, enabling them to form simple conversational sentences. Additionally, the course offers customization options to include specific business-related phrases and words. This knowledge will equip them to confidently engage with friends or colleagues, learn about their personal lives, families and homes, offer assistance, provide support and establish good rapport.

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    View our other courses

    Discover SA Sign Language

    A video introduction to SA Sign Language

    SA Sign Language Online Course

    Online self-paced journey

    Blended SA Sign Language Course

    Custom in-person & digital learning

    Basic SA Sign Language

    5 full days in-person

    Course Information

    SASL Important Course Information

    Basic Introduction to SASL Online

    Cost: R249

    Module 1: Introduction to SASL and Deaf culture, Do’s and don’ts
    Module 2: Fingerspelling, Basic greetings, Numbers and counting
    Module 3: Time concepts, Family members, Pronoun terms, Race groups
    Module 4: Business terms
    Module 5: Countries, cities, and towns + Sports teams
    Module 6: How to work with an interpreter

    Non-Accredited Courses

    At our institution, all our materials are accredited, however, the non-accredited courses are not sent away for external review. Certification is in-house, and upon completion, participants will not be provided with a Statement of Results from SETA, but one from our institution.

    Qualification as an Interpreter
    Completing an accredited SASL course does not qualify one to be an interpreter. Becoming a qualified interpreter is a rigorous, lengthy process, with the highest achievable level being accreditation from the South African Translators Institute (SATI). With less than 15 SATI-accredited interpreters in South Africa, the standard is exceptionally high. Our courses provide foundational knowledge and are a stepping stone towards a career in interpreting, if participants are committed to daily practice and immersion in Deaf culture and Sign Language. It’s crucial to avoid accepting or requesting payment for services in interpreting without proper qualifications.
    Encouragement for Regular Practice
    We encourage participants to regularly engage with the Deaf community in social settings. Socialization with Deaf individuals will allow for immersion in the language and culture you are studying. It will give you the best opportunity to grasp the structure and flow of SASL and get to know the people who use it every day.