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Entry requirements

  • Before enrolment, a candidate for the CertDeafStud (Teaching NZSL) shall have been accepted by the Head of the School of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies as likely to benefit from the course of study. 
  • Applicants will normally be fluent users of New Zealand Sign Language.

Certificate requirements

  • Total of 120 points required (recommended two years part time study).
  • Complete six courses:
    • DEAF 801
    • DEAF 802
    • DEAF 803
    • DEAF 804
    • DEAF 805
    • DEAF 806

Supplementary information

  • Disclaimer that the calendar is the authoritative source of programme requirements and details.
  • If in doubt seek advice.

  • The Certificate in Deaf Studies: Teaching New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) is designed for fluent New Zealand signers, usually members of the Deaf community, who wish to train as sign language teachers. Classes are taught in NZSL, and learning materials are designed for Deaf learners. Watch a short video about this course in NZSL.

  • Students learn about the Deaf community and culture, the grammar of NZSL, and methods for teaching sign language. Learning activities in the course include lectures, discussion, practical tasks and assessments - mainly in NZSL.

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