NZSL for Schools
New Zealand Sign Language is gaining popularity in schools, and many teachers are eager to introduce NZSL activities and programs to their classrooms.
With growing interest, Merge NZ offers tailored learning opportunities for educators looking to implement NZSL in their school curriculum.
By incorporating NZSL into your school, students can develop an awareness, appreciation, and accessibility to diverse learning experiences.
Duration/online course options:
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NZSL Foundations for Educators - 1 hour webinar presented by an expert NZSL Teacher with an NZSL Interpreter
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NZSL for Teachers - online crash course run for 1 hour each week for 3 weeks
A Zoom link will be provided once you have registered online.
Costs:
Costs from $60 per person. For this, you will receive e-handouts and homework. If your school/company is paying for your course fee, please email Merge NZ and provide us their Reference/Purchase Order number.
NZSL 8 week course (onsite or online):
If you are interested to do a full 8 weeks online course, you can look for more course options and register here.
Or you may would like to register in your local NZSL face to face course in your hometown.
NZSL for your school/ private organisation:
If you wish to book one of NZSL teacher to come and deliver NZSL training or Deaf culture workshop, please contact us here.
To book NZSL teacher to visit your school:
Round course dates for 2025:
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Round 1: From 27 January
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Round 2: From 15 April
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Round 3: From 16 June
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Round 4: From 15 September
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Round 5: From 24 November
Upcoming courses:
NZSL courses, that may be interests you. If the course is not listed here, please wait for the next round. Or you can email directly to NZSL for Schools Co-ordinator at nzslforschools@mergenz.co.nz
Last updated: 10 January 2025