My Hands Your Heart, Inc. - COMMUNITY SIGN-LANGUAGE CLASS

My Hands Your Heart, Inc. - Professional Interpreting With a Personal Touch

Sign-language Interpreting (Click here to request an Interpreter")

CONGRATULATIONS

AND WELCOME BACK!!!

STUDENTS OF B-ASL I & II & III

NEXT Registration now open!

Classes START MAY 6, 2013

DUE TO HIGH DEMANDS, MHYH IS NOW INTERVIEWING FOR

COMMUNITY B-ASL INSTRUCTORS

SATURDAY MORNING CLASSES

If you are interested please email your resume to:

myhandsyourheart@yahoo.com

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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR THE FOLLOWING SPRING/SUMMER

SIGN-LANGUAGE CLASSES:

HURRY, ONLY

ONE WEEK LEFT TO REGISTER!!!

INTRO TO ASL

BASIC ASL I (B-ASL 1)

BASIC ASL II (B-ASL 2)

BASIC ASL III (B-ASL 3)

BASIC ASL IV (B-ASL 4)

MY HANDS YOUR HEART, INC IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE NEW LOCATION FOR CLASSES:

Classes are held at My Hands Your Heart, Inc.

***NEW LOCATION***

AMERICENTER

26677 W. 12 Mile Rd

CONFERENCE ROOM B or C

SOUTHFIELD, MI 48034

MHYH's American Sign Language (ASL) Instructors:

Ms. Sheila Bell

Ms. Tamara Wright

Dept Head

Mrs. Torrie Bell

Mrs. Deidre Hines

American Sign-language Classes:

My Hands Your Heart, Inc.’s (MHYH) sign language studies/interpreter formation program has been developed for persons interested in learning American Sign Language with the option of progressing and advancing to an interpreter training program if so desired. More details to follow. If you meet the current criteria for certification, MHYH's 3-year program can assist you in preparing for the state certification (BEI) or the national certification. In improving class content quality and instruction for you, B-ASL I and B-ASL II, B-ASL III, B-ASL IV classes are now 10 weeks except for Spring/Summer classes.

*** (SPRING/SUMMER CLASSES 8 WEEKS) ***

At successful completion of each course, you will receive a certificate and can move on to the next course. Should you feel that you are able to start at Basic II or higher you will be evaluated to determine placement. These classes are non-accredited.

Classes meet once a week for 2 hours

NOTE:

ALL CLASSES MUST MEET MINIMUM REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT OF AT LEAST 5 STUDENTS IN EACH CLASS.

MAXIMUM CAPACITY IS 12-15 STUDENTS PER 8-10 WEEKS CLASSES

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TEXT BOOKS USED IN B-ASL COURSES ARE:

Also a good book to use

as a referral is

Signing Illustrated>>>

A Basic Course

in ASL

Webster's Pocket

Dictionary - ASL

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PAYMENT OPTIONS:

FULL PAYMENT DUE BY REGISTERING ON WEBSITE OR FIRST NIGHT OF CLASS (Recommended)

1ST PAYMENT $50.00 1ST WEEK OF CLASS (NO EXCEPTIONS)

2ND PAYMENT $50.00 4TH WEEK OF CLASS

FINAL PAYMENT: $50.00 6TH WEEK OF CLASS

***ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE COMPLETED BY 6TH WEEK***

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COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Intro to Basic American Sign Language (B-ASL)

Summer Course - 8 Weeks

CONFERENCE ROOM C

This is an introduction class for those who would like to get a good jump start before learning the foundations and structure of American Sign-language. You will learn how to introduce yourself, spell your name and more within the eight weeks and begin to understand the beauty in communicating with the Deaf community! Class meets once a week on one of the following days for 8 sessions:

Text(s): A Basic Course in ASL; Signing Illustrated

Start End

Thursdays 10 AM - 12:30 PM 5-9-13 6-27-13

Thursdays 6 - 8:30 PM 5-9 13 6-27-13

Select Intro I-ASL 1 COST: $130.00

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COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Basic Course in American Sign Language I (B-ASL I)

Summer Course - 8 Weeks

ORIENTATION FOR B-ASL I - SECOND WEEK!

(Mandatory Attendance Required)

CONFERENCE ROOM B

Text(s): Signing Naturally I

Other resources may include:

Signing Illustrated and A Basic Course in Sign Language

In this class, students will be introduced to the fundamental principles of American Sign Language (ASL) and components of Deaf Culture. Basic principles in this session will include finger-spelling, facial expression, body movement, pantomime, spatial awareness, sign composition, and grammatical structure. Utilizing the vocabulary and grammar of Lessons 1-5, the student will be introduced to the expressive skills of converting the English language into ASL and the receptive skills of converting ASL into English. Class meets once a week on one of the following days for 8 sessions:

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Wednesdays 10 AM - 12:30 N 5-8-13 6-26-13

Thursdays 6:00 - 8:30 PM 5-9-13 6-27-13

Saturdays 10 AM - 12:30 N 5-11-13 6-29-13

Select B-ASL 1 COST: $130.00

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Basic Course in American Sign Language II (B-ASL 2)

Summer Course - 8 Weeks

CONFERENCE ROOM B

Pre‐requisites: B-ASL I Text(s): Signing Naturally I & II

We will also use the following books for reference: Signing Illustrated, Random House Sign-Language Pocket Dictionary

Utilizing the texts and fundamental principles learned and retained in B-ASL I, students will continue in the studies of the grammatical structure of American Sign Language (ASL). The session will introduce new language features (derived from Lessons 8‐14) in a written, manually expressive, and visually receptive format.

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Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM 5-8-13 6-26-13

Select B-ASL II COST: $130.00

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Basic Course in American Sign Language III (B-ASL 3)

Summer Course - 8 Weeks

CONFERENCE ROOM B

Pre-requisites B-ASL 1 & II

Text(s): A Basic Course in American Sign Language and ABC Student Study Guide, Signing Naturally I & II.

Utilizing the texts and fundamental principles learned and retained B-ASL I, B-ASL II, the student will continue studies of the grammatical structure of American Sign Language (ASL). The session will introduce new language features (derived from Lessons 15‐22) in a written, manually expressive and visually receptive format. This session will complete the B-ASL I, B-ASL II, B-ASL III course texts. To progress the student must successfully complete a 3‐part examination comprised of a written evaluation of general knowledge, an evaluation of expressive ASL skills, and an evaluation of receptive ASL skills.

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Mondays 6:00-8:30 PM 5-6-13 7-1-13

Select B-ASL III COST: $130.00

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Advanced Course in ASL IV (B-ASL 4)

Summer Course 8 Weeks)

CONFERENCE ROOM B

Pre‐requisites: B-ASL I, II & III Text(s): Signing Naturally 2

Signing Illustrated

We will also use the following books for reference: Random House Sign-Language Pocket Dictionary

Students will continue studies of the grammatical structure of ASL. This advanced course will introduce new language features in a written, manually expressive and visually receptive format fortifying the foundation built in B-ASL 1-3. To progress, students must complete a 3-part examination:(A) General Knowledge, (B) Expressive ASL (C) Receptive ASL. Students will be required to regularly interact with the Deaf community and complete a project demonstrating knowledge of signing and receptive skills.

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Tuesdays 6:00-8:30 PM 5-7-13 6-25-13

Select B-ASL IV COST: $130.00

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PLEASE REGISTER SO THAT YOU NAME WILL BE ON THE LIST

IF YOU DO NOT REGISTER ON THE WEBSITE, MAKE SURE YOU BRING YOUR PAYMENT TO YOUR FIRST CLASS.

If you have any questions you may call: 888-747-6494 Ext. 301

DISCLAIMER:

According to present Michigan Law it is illegal for any individual to call themselves an interpreter or engage in the act of interpreting unless certified by the State of Michigan (BEI/QA) or by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf. The only area of exception is in the religious setting. All students will be required to sign an acknowledgement that the above information has been given to them in writing and/or explained to them by the staff at My Hands Your Heart, Inc.

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Are you an ITP student needing observation and hands-on hours? We have the program activity for you! Please click on "Hands" above and register for our Hands On Internship Program. Paperwork from current class instructor required.