Find an NZSL Class

Course overview:
Registration is now open for Level 1C Beginner for 2024. If you're interested, you can check out our Usign NZ page or our usignnz Instagram posts for Level 1a Beginner and Level 2a Intermediate courses.

For those who prefer face-to-face learning, you can sign up for onsite classes at Cambridge High. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and enjoy summer while you learn.

The onsite classes will cover Small Talk & Community/Work topics for 7 weeks.

Make sure to register two weeks before the start of each course to secure your spot. The cost for the 7-week onsite course is $140.00.

We also offer online classes for one-on-one or small groups. Stay tuned for updates on available spaces.

If you're ready to take the next step, you can reach me via text at 0275377779 or email at kelly@usign.co.nz.

I'm excited to hear from you and help you achieve your goals!

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 1

Tutor: Kelly Quirke
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Kelly Quirke

Course cost: $140

Course overview:
Continue learning NZSL online via MySign!

You will have an online class with qualified NZSL teacher to teach you and it is fully interactive - just online! 8 weeks online course starting Tuesday, 26th March 6.30pm - 8.00pm.

This is suitable for students who have completed Advanced - part 1 online or Level 2d onsite. This course will cover Unit 20 and 21.

You are most welcome to register here: https://www.mergenz.co.nz/events/advanced-part-2-units-20-21


Important Notes:

Registering online secures your spot in the course. A minimum number of students is required; if not met, the course may be postponed or cancelled. Please review our cancellation policy.

A Certificate of Attendance will be issued upon meeting 80% attendance (6 out of 8 classes).
Funding from Employers: Consider approaching your employer for professional development funding.

If your organisation is covering the course fee, please email us with their Reference/Purchase Order number (mysign@mergenz.co.nz).

Type of tuition: Online

Course category: NZSL Level 3

Tutor: Victoria Lessing
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Marissa Lessing

Course cost: $160

Course overview:
Continue learning NZSL online via MySign!

You will have an online class with qualified NZSL teacher to teach you and it is fully interactive - just online! 8 weeks online course starting Monday, 25th March 6.30pm - 8.00pm.

This course is ideal for students who have completed Beginner (Part 5) online or Level 1d onsite (approximately 50 - 60 hours). This course will cover Unit 10 and 11.

You are most welcome to register here: https://www.mergenz.co.nz/events/intermediate-part-1-units-10-11-3


Important Notes:

Registering online secures your spot in the course. A minimum number of students is required; if not met, the course may be postponed or cancelled. Please review our cancellation policy.

A Certificate of Attendance will be issued upon meeting 80% attendance (6 out of 8 classes).
Funding from Employers: Consider approaching your employer for professional development funding.

If your organisation is covering the course fee, please email us with their Reference/Purchase Order number (mysign@mergenz.co.nz).

Type of tuition: Online

Course category: NZSL Level 2

Tutor: Sue Lessing
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Marissa Lessing

Course cost: $160

Course overview:
Join and learn New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) course in Palmerston North!

NZSL is a beautiful language, and an official language of NZ. This is a NZSL Int 2a course - suitable for students who have completed the Beginner level course (1d). Certificate of Attendance and will be issued at the end of the course*.

This course will cover on unis 10 and 11.

Notes:

*Certificate of Attendance are on request and with 80% attendance being meet. Please note that registering online confirms your place in the course. Minimum number of students applies - if minimum numbers are not meet course may be postponed or cancelled. Please read our cancellation policy.

Ask your employer to cover the cost of the course as professional development! If your organisation/company is paying for your course fee, please email us and provide us their Reference/Purchase Order number. Please email to co-ordinator, Jennifer Lum (hello@mergenz.co.nz)

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: NZSL Level 2

Tutor: Jackie Davidson
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Jennifer Lum

Course cost: $150

Course overview:
Join our interactive 3-week crash course tailored for emergency services. This course equips you with emergency-related signs for effective communication with Deaf survivors and community members. This course is suitable for students with no prior NZSL knowledge.

Type of tuition: Online

Course category: Customised

Tutor: Miggy Javier
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Marissa Lessing

Course cost: $60

Course overview:
We are pleased to invite you to an NZSL Beginner 2 Level Course. This is a 15 week course - 7 weeks then a break, followed by 8 weeks. Each class is from 7pm to 9pm on Monday nights at Kelston Girls College, Kelston
Tutor - Janey-Mei Cherrington
This course is suitable for students who have completed a Beginner 1 course ( or equivalent).
On Completion of this course you will be ready to start Intermediate 1 NZSL in July 2024.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: Other

Tutor: Janey-Mei Cherrington
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Karen den Hollander

Course cost: $260

Course overview:
We are pleased to invite you to an NZSL Beginner 2 Level Course. This is a 15 week course - 7 weeks then a break, followed by 8 weeks. Each class is from 7pm to 9 pm on Monday evenings at the Auckland Deaf Society's location in Three Kings.
Tutor - Rodney Simchowitz
This course is suitable for students who have previously completed NZSL Beginner 1 or equivalent
On Completion of this course you will be ready to start Intermediate 1 level NZSL in July, 2024

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: Other

Tutor: Rodney Simchowitz
NZSLTA category: Provisional

Coordinator: Karen den Hollander

Course cost: $260

Course overview:
We are pleased to invite you to an NZSL Beginner 2 Level Course. This is a 15 week course - 8 weeks then a break, followed by 7 weeks. Each class is from 9 30 am to 11 am on Tuesday mornings on Zoom
Tutor - Janey-Mei Cherrington
This course is suitable for students who have completed a beginner 1 level course or equivalent.
On Completion of this course you will be ready to start Intermediate 1 NZSL in July, 2024

Type of tuition: Online

Course category: Other

Tutor: Janey-Mei Cherrington
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Karen den Hollander

Course cost: $200

Course overview:
We are pleased to invite you to an NZSL Beginner 1 Level Course. This is a 15 week course - 8 weeks then a break, followed by 7 weeks. Each class is from 6pm to 7 30pm on Tuesday evenings on Zoom
Tutor - Janey-Mei Cherrington
This course is suitable for students who have no prior knowledge of NZSL
On Completion of this course you will be ready to start Beginner 2 NZSL in July, 2024

Type of tuition: Online

Course category: Other

Tutor: Janey-Mei Cherrington
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Karen den Hollander

Course cost: $200

Course overview:
We are pleased to invite you to an NZSL Intermediate 2 Level Course. This is a 15 week course - 8 weeks then a break, followed by 7 weeks. Each class is from 7pm to 9 pm on Tuesday evenings at the Auckland Deaf Society's location in Three Kings.
Tutor - Rachel Walker
This course is suitable for students who have completed an Intermediate 1 level course or equivalent
On Completion of this course you will be ready to start Intermediate 3 level NZSL in July,2024.

Type of tuition: Class

Course category: Other

Tutor: Rachel Walker
NZSLTA category: Qualified

Coordinator: Karen den Hollander

Course cost: $260