American Sign Language
ASL 101 – Units 1-3
American Sign Language (ASL) is the main method of communication used by the Deaf community in Canada and the United States. ASL is a visual-based language that is expressed by facial expressions and movements with the hands.
ASL 101 is an introductory course that explores the topics from Units 1, 2, and 3 of the Signing Naturally Student Workbook: Introducing Oneself, Exchanging Personal Information, and Talking About Where You Live. By the end of the course, students will gain knowledge of basic Deaf Culture, a vocabulary of approximately 500 words, non-manual signals (facial expressions), mouth morphemes information, and the specific grammar rules used in ASL.
Also, this non-accredited course offers the student an opportunity to develop the communication skills needed in ASL to interact, socialize, or associate with Deaf people and is suitable for students who have little or no previous experience with ASL.
We are offering an ASL 101 Immersion Summer course this year as well. This is a fast-track version of the ASL 101 course and follows similar course structure with the same outcomes.
Course fees: $200.00
Course length: 10 weeks
*Course Materials: Letz, E.M., Mikos, K. & Smith, C. (2008) Signing Naturally Student Workbook, Unit 1-6. Dawn Sign Press: San Diego
Note: course fees are subject to change and all ASL classes are in-person only.
*Course materials are mandatory for the course
**Limit of 15 students per session – first come, first serve.
***ASL 101 is equivalent to ASL 101 (Canadian Hearing Services).
****Course length is subject to change.
*New Start Date*
THREE OPTIONS
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Option 1:
When: Wednesdays
June 18/25 – Aug 20/25
Where: Durham Deaf Services
Cost: $200
Materials: Signing Naturally Student Workbook, Unit 1-6 Letz, E.M., Mikos, K. & Smith, C. (2008)
Time: 6 – 8:30 pm
Length: 10 weeks/25 hours
Who: Ages 16+
Option 2:
When: Saturdays
June 28/25 – Aug 30/25
Where: Durham Deaf Services
Cost: $200
Materials: Signing Naturally Student Workbook, Unit 1-6 Letz, E.M., Mikos, K. & Smith, C. (2008)
Time: 6 – 8:30 pm
Length: 10 weeks/25 hours
Who: Ages 16+
Option 3: Immersion Course
When: Daily Mornings (Monday – Friday)
July 7/25 – July 18/25
Where: Durham Deaf Services
Cost: $200
Materials: Signing Naturally Student Workbook, Unit 1-6 Letz, E.M., Mikos, K. & Smith, C. (2008)
Time: 9:30 AM – 12 PM
Length: 10 days/2 weeks/25 hours
Who: Ages 16+
*ASL 2025 class prices have recently increased. We appreciate your support and understanding as we raise our prices for the first time since 2018. Thank you.
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ASL 102 – Units 4-6
American Sign Language (ASL) is the main method of communication used by the Deaf community in Canada and the United States. ASL is a visual-based language that is expressed by facial expressions and movements with the hands.
This course is a continuation of ASL 101, so ASL 101 is a prerequisite for ASL 102. ASL 102 explores Units 4, 5, and 6. The topics are as follows: Talking About Family, Talking About Everyday Activities, and Storytelling.
This non-accredited course offers the student an opportunity to further develop the communication skills needed in ASL to interact, socialize, or associate with Deaf people.
Course fees: $200.00
Course length: 10 weeks
*Course Materials: Letz, E.M., Mikos, K. & Smith, C. (2008) Signing Naturally Student Workbook, Unit 1-6. Dawn Sign Press: San Diego
Note: course fees are subject to change and all ASL classes are in-person only.
*Workbook used in ASL 101 is used in ASL 102
**Limit of 15 students per session – first come, first serve.
***ASL 102 is equivalent to ASL 102 (Canadian Hearing Services).
****Course length is subject to change.
*New Start Date*
Schedule:
When: Thursdays
June 19/25 – Aug 21/25
Where: Durham Deaf Services
Cost: $200
Materials: Signing Naturally Student Workbook, Unit 1-6 Letz, E.M., Mikos, K. & Smith, C. (2008)
Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm
Length: 10 weeks/25 hours
Who: Ages 16+
Prerequisite: ASL 101*
*ASL 2025 class prices have recently increased. We appreciate your support and understanding as we raise our prices for the first time since 2018. Thank you.
Register Online
REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION
Registration will not be confirmed until payment has been received.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY
Full refunds will be issued before classes begin. There will be a $30 cancellation fee if the student withdraws before the 3rd class and no refunds will be issued after the 3rd class.
DVDs and Workbooks are non-refundable.
PREREQUISITE COURSES
A prerequisite means a course that a student must have completed with a satisfactory grade prior to enrolling in the next level course. For prerequisite courses completed elsewhere, a certificate showing completion and passing of the course must be produced.
Durham Deaf Services
900 King Street East
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 1H2
Phone: (905) 579-3328 Voice/Text
Fax: (905) 728-1183 Email: info@durhamdeaf.org
Office Hours:
Mon - Thurs
8:30 - 4:30
Fri - Sun: closed