American Sign Language
ASL 103 – Units 7-9
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.
The prerequisites of this course are ASL 101 & 102. This course focuses on the following topics from Units 7, 8, and 9: Describing People and Things, Making Requests and Asking for Advice, and Describing Places.
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.
Course fees: $200.00
Required Course Materials: Letz, E.M., Mikos, K. & Smith, C. (2014) Signing Naturally Student Workbook, Unit 7-12. Dawn Sign Press: San Diego
Length: 13 weeks
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 103 is equivalent to ASL 103 (Canadian Hearing Services).
****Course length is subject to change.
*Registration Now Open*
FALL 2025 DATES
When: Thursdays
September 11/25 – November 27/25
Where: Durham Deaf Services
Cost: $200
*Course Materials: Signing Naturally Student Workbook, Unit 7-12. Letz, E.M., Mikos, K. & Smith, C. (2014)
Time: 6 – 8:30 pm
Length: 12 weeks/30 hours
Who: Ages 14+
Prerequisite: ASL 102*
*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 104 – Units 10-12
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.
The prerequisites of this course are ASL 101, 102 & 103. This course focuses on the following topics from Units 10, 11, and 12: Giving Opinions about Others, Discussing Plans and Goals, and Storytelling and Fables.
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.
Course fees: $200.00
Required Course Materials: Letz, E.M., Mikos, K. & Smith, C. (2014) Signing Naturally Student Workbook, Unit 7-12. Dawn Sign Press: San Diego
Note: course fees are subject to change and all ASL classes are in-person only.
*Workbook used in ASL 103 is used for ASL 104.
**Limit of 12 students per session – first come, first serve.
***Course length is subject to change.
*Registration Now Open*
FALL 2025 DATES
When: Tuesdays
September 9/25 – December 4/25 (no class Sept 30/25)
Where: Durham Deaf Services
Cost: $200
*Course Materials: Signing Naturally Student Workbook, Unit 7-12. Letz, E.M., Mikos, K. & Smith, C. (2014)
Time: 6 – 8:30 pm
Length: 12 weeks/30 hours
Who: Ages 14+
Prerequisite: ASL 103*
*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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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.
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
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Fri - Sun: closed