Languages 

Introduction to Japanese Languages & Culture

Tuesday 7.00 – 8.00 pm (8 weeks)

Study and practice greetings, introductions, politeness, basic small talk, numbers; explanation & some practice of the writing system; introduction to customs: ideal for people going to Japan on holiday, to homestay study, work, do sports, or travel.  Fun for Japanophiles and a good precursor to more academic study of Japanese.  This course assumes no knowledge of Japanese language.

te reo Māori Beginners

Tuesday 6.30 – 8.30 pm (9 weeks)

Learn about the basics of Maori language and protocols (Te reo Maori me ona tikanga) including pronunciation, greetings, basic conversation, tikanga, placenames, local history.  Most people are eligible for a 50% subsidy.

te reo Māori Beyond Beginners

Thursday 6.30 – 8.30 pm (8 weeks)

This is a carry on programme from te reo Māori Beginners with emphasis on communication and understanding aspects of  tikanga Māori. Open for adults and college students with approval. Most people are eligible for a 50% subsidy.

Speaking Spanish One

Thursday 6.45 pm – 7.45 pm (8 weeks)

An introductory conversational Spanish course. Learn some basic phrases for travel or for striking up conversations. Most people are eligible for a 50% subsidy.

Speaking Spanish Two

Thursday 8.00 pm – 9.00 pm (8 weeks)

A follow on course to Speaking Spanish One and introduction to more conversational Spanish. Most people are eligible for a 50% subsidy.

NZ Sign Language Level 1A

Monday 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm (8 weeks)

Learn basic NZSL conversation skills and begin to understand and develop NZSL grammar skills.  Develop the use of facial expressions and improve visual and spatial awareness. Open for adults and college students with approval. Most people are eligible for a 50% subsidy.

NZ Sign Language Level 1B

Tuesday 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm (8 weeks)

Learn more NZSL conversation skills and develop your grammar skills.  This course is designed for those who have completed level 1A. Open for adults and college students with approval. Most people are eligible for a 50% subsidy.

NZ Sign Language Level 1C

Thursday 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm (8 weeks)

Learn more NZSL conversation skills and develop your grammar skills.  This course is designed for those who have completed level 1B. Open for adults and college students with approval. Most people are eligible for a 50% subsidy.

NZ Sign Language Level 1D

Thursday 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm (8 weeks)

Learn more NZSL conversation skills and develop your grammar skills. This course is designed for those who have successfully completed level 1C. Open for adults and college students with approval. You may be eligible for a 50% subsidy.

NZ Sign Language Conversation Level 1

Wednesday 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm (8 weeks)

Learn more NZSL conversation skills and develop your grammar skills. This course is designed for those who have successfully completed level 1D. Open for adults and college students with approval. You may be eligible for a 50% subsidy.

NZ Sign Language Level 2A

Wednesday 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm (8 weeks)   

Learn more NZSL conversation skills and develop your grammar skills. This course is designed for those who have successfully completed Conversation Level 1. Open for adults and college students with approval. You may be eligible for a 50% subsidy.

NZ Sign Language Level 2B

Wednesday 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm (8 weeks)

Learn more NZSL conversation skills and develop your grammar skills. This course is designed for those who have successfully completed Level 2A. Open for adults and college students with approval. You may be eligible for a 50% subsidy.