NZSL Intermediate Level 2

Our Intermediate Level 2 Certificate Program designed for learners who have completed the Beginner level and are ready to deepen their understanding and skills in the subject area.

Progression Requirements: Complete each level in order.
Level 2 → Level 2B → Level 2C → Level 2D. (After Level 2D, you may enroll in Advanced courses.)

Level
2

Intermediate

Outcomes:
Confident conversational skills across common situations; speed, clarity, and comprehension.

Prerequisite:
Completed Level 1 (USIGN or verified equivalent).

Format:
6–7 weekly classes.

Course Completion Certification:
Intermediate 2 – Silver
Intermediate Level 2 Certificate

E-certificates are awarded upon completion of each level, provided you attend at least 80% of the sessions.

Important Notes:
These are non-credit courses aimed at personal and professional development.  All courses are accessible to learners of all backgrounds.

Course Structure:

NZSL Level 2A – Unit 10-11

Builds on knowledge from Beginner Level 1D. Focuses on advanced concepts and practical applications.

Expands vocabulary and complex sentence structures; learners discuss personal experiences with time markers and negation.‍


Unit 10 (All About Me)

  • Give, ask and summarise personal information about self and others.
  • Narrate about life events including their language learning journey.
  • Describe and identify people in order to share information about them.
  • Tell about extended family/whānau and basic family history.

Unit 11 (Home Life)

  • Describe activities, food and environment-related topics in the home
  • Make and respond to requests and complaints related to home life
  • Discuss responsibilities and schedules for domestic chores and errands
  • Recount personal experiences about mishaps and problems in the home.

NZSL Level 2B – Unit 12-13

Expands on Level 2 with more complex topics.

Focuses on storytelling and conversational skills, enhancing fluency and cultural understanding in NZSL.
Improves comprehension and expressive skills through role-playing and discussions on community and social issues.


Unit 12 (My Workplace)

  • Compare various jobs and work conditions
  • Describe personal qualities and skills required for work roles
  • Explain simple instructions for common work-related tasks
  • Demonstrate appropriate ways to interact with Deaf people in workplaces

Unit 13 (Leisure Time)

  • Recount personal experiences about recreation, sports, hobbies and interests
  • Discuss, agree, announce and explain information about leisure
  • Give simple instructions or rules for an activity or game
  • Explain goals for future activities/skills: wish list and reasons.

NZSL Level 2C – Unit 14-15

Further develops skills learned in Level 2B.

Improves comprehension and expressive skills through role-playing and discussions on community and social issues.


Unit 14 (All About Services)

  • Describe needs for everyday service (e.g. Repair car, electrician, vet)
  • Discuss services and utilities provided (e.g. Prices, experiences, quality)
  • Express and respond to concerns and advice about services
  • Make suggestions and recommend services.

Unit 15 (Health & Wellbeing)

  • Explain common illnesses and treatments
  • Discuss and give opinions about common health and wellbeing issues
  • Recount simple personal experiences about health and wellbeing.

NZSL Level 2D – Unit 16-17

Final stage before progressing to Advanced courses.

Develops advanced conversational abilities and critical thinking, with an emphasis on negotiation and persuasion in diverse settings.


Unit 16 (Our Country)

  • Report and discuss key demographic facts about New Zealand
  • Explain and contrast an everyday ritual/event in your culture
  • Describe and recount experiences about NZ outdoor activities (e.g. Camping, boating).

​Unit 17 (Travel & Destinations)

  • Describe and contrast information about NZ and overseas travel destinations (e.g. Geographical environment, attractions, activities, costs)
  • Narrate personal experiences with travel-related incidents (e.g. Delays, natural disasters, illnesses or mishaps)
  • Negotiate tasks for planning a trip (e.g. Dates, itinerary, booking travel and accommodation, packing).