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Free online courseAuslan sign language

Duration of the online course: 12 minutes

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Build real Auslan skills with this free online course—learn Deaf community insights, linguistics basics, and earn a certificate to boost your communication.

In this free course, learn about

  • Key milestones in the history and development of Auslan in Australia
  • Core linguistics of Auslan: grammar, structure, and how it differs from spoken English
  • Cultural norms, identity, and experiences within the Deaf Australian community
  • Roles of Deaf institutions, education, and advocacy in shaping the community
  • Purpose of the DeafBlind Victorians group as described in the provided text

Course Description

Learning Auslan opens a door to more inclusive communication and a deeper understanding of Deaf culture in Australia. This free online course is designed for beginners and curious learners who want practical, respectful foundations in Australian Sign Language while also exploring the wider context that shapes it. You will gain confidence recognizing how sign languages work, why Auslan is a living language with its own structure, and how it connects to identity, access, and community.

Rather than treating Auslan as a simple set of gestures, the course helps you see the language through a linguistic lens. You will be introduced to key ideas about how Auslan developed over time, how it differs from spoken languages, and why understanding its history matters when communicating with Deaf people. Along the way, you will build awareness of the Deaf Aussie community and the values that support respectful interaction, from cultural perspective to everyday communication choices.

To reinforce learning, the course includes a short exercise that checks your understanding of community information and real-world context. This approach supports not only knowledge, but also empathy and clarity, helping you communicate more thoughtfully in professional and personal settings. Whether you are considering work in education, health, customer service, community services, or simply want to connect better with Deaf friends and colleagues, this course offers a strong starting point. Complete it at your own pace and walk away with a clearer grasp of Auslan, its people, and its purpose in creating accessible, inclusive spaces.

Course content

  • Video class: Auslan | Overview of History, Linguistics, and the Deaf Aussie Community 12m
  • Exercise: What is the primary purpose of the DeafBlind Victorians group as mentioned in the text?

This free course includes:

12 minutes of online video course

Digital certificate of course completion (Free)

Exercises to train your knowledge

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