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Class Descriptions

Cheryl's Learning Center (CLC) offers a wide variety of American Sign Language (ASL) classes for beginners, advanced and everyone in between. . 

We have Series, Specialty Tutoring and Workshops, Subject/ Trade Based, Core, Just for Fun Classes, Essential, Vocabulary and  Holiday ASL classes

If you don't see the class you are looking for please contact me.

Series Classes

What are series classes you ask?

What are series classes you ask?

What are series classes you ask?

These are classes that are long term classes. They are 6 months to 1 1/2 year long classes. 


THESE CLASSES ARE BY INVITE ONLY AND NEED TO BE TAKEN IN A SPECIFIC ORDER. 

Beyond Barron's ASL

What are series classes you ask?

What are series classes you ask?

  

This class is a continuation of the current Barron’s class but with a focus on in-depth ASL concepts. We will continue to lean the 500 Barron vocabulary words but will focus on things outside of the book. We will take a deep dive into complex and advance ASL concepts as well as reviewing old ones. We will learn more about classifiers, storytelling, receptive reading, advanced concepts and ideas and much much more. ASL 6 will be incorporated into this class but will not have the label of ASL 6. This class is a series class and will massively increase your ASL Skills. By taking all the parts in this class, you will be able to be more comfortable having and understanding a native Deaf individual sign with you. 

Diving Deeper

What are series classes you ask?

Diving Deeper


This class focuses on Diving Deeper into ASL complex concepts. Such as Real World Sign Practice, Vocabulary, Concepts and much more.  We take what we have previously learned and dive deeper into it. We also learn new concepts and the "why" of ASL. This  class takes field trips and practices communicating in ASL. Being the most advanced class i currently offer, some instruction in presented voice off (signing only) . 


Specialty Tutoring and Workshops

Private and Group Tutoring

Private and Group Tutoring

Private and Group Tutoring

 This is a great option for anyone that needs a flexible schedule, just wants to learn on their own or needs some extra help. 

I tailor each private/ group tutoring curriculum to the needs of the students. 

You may  need to learn business signs for banking or signs for travel.  Whatever your ASL needs are, let me know, I can meet your needs and tailor a program for you. 

Homeschool Curriculum

Private and Group Tutoring

Private and Group Tutoring

I have a homeschool curriculum that fits the need of individual learners. I have had many high school students take my classes to satisfy their foreign language requirements 


Note: Each program is different so please consult your directer to see if this would meet the requirement for your child. 

Teacher Workshops

Business Workshops

Business Workshops

I offer one and two day workshops for preschool- 3rd grade teachers. This is a great way to expand your teacher toolkit with basic ASL skills, songs and fun activities that can be used throughout the curriculum. 

I teach you not only the signs but provide you with handouts, video tutorials and much more so you can take this premade lesson straight into your classroom. 

Business Workshops

Business Workshops

Business Workshops

I offer one and two day workshops for businesses. These are trade specific and tailored to the needs of the client.  These workshops can range from beginner signs to advanced concepts. 

Your business may want to learn basic conversational phrases and words to help a customer that comes in or your may be an EMT/ Police Officer or Firefighter and need to communicate on the job. 

Subject Based Classes

Basic Medical 1:

Public Service Signs Part 1

Basic Medical 2:

   This class is a MUST TAKE class for everyone. You never know when you will be in a situation where you need to help someone. You will learn Basic ASL Medical Signs, such as help, hospital, ambulance, conversational phrases and words to help get valuable information needed, medical occupations, body parts, mental health signs and much more. 

No Prerequisite

Basic Medical 2:

Public Service Signs Part 1

Basic Medical 2:

  We will focus on more in-depth medical signs and conversational phrases. You will also start translating English phrases into ASL using information learned in both classes.


Prerequisite Basic Medical 1 

Public Service Signs Part 1

Public Service Signs Part 1

Public Service Signs Part 2

  This is a great class to take to learn signs pertaining to public services.

You will learn signs related to volunteer services, social workers, government & political signs. 

Besides learning vocabulary,  we will practice by constructing sentences & playing games.

You do not need to take both parts to benefit from this class.

No Prerequisite

Public Service Signs Part 2

Faith Based: The Lord's Prayer & John 3:16

Public Service Signs Part 2

  This is a great class to take to learn signs pertaining to public services.

You will learn signs related to teaching, US military & the library. 

Besides learning vocabulary we will practice by constructing sentences & playing games.

You do not need to take both parts to benefit from this class.

No Prerequisite

Faith Based: The Lord's Prayer & John 3:16

Faith Based: The Lord's Prayer & John 3:16

Faith Based: The Lord's Prayer & John 3:16

     Learn to sign the Lord’s Prayer & John 3:16 as well as over 60 Faith Based words such as Jesus, Church, Religion, Bible, King, Worship, Hallelujah, Honor & Glory just to name a few 

No Prerequisite

Faith Based Scriptures & Worship Song

Faith Based: The Lord's Prayer & John 3:16

Faith Based: The Lord's Prayer & John 3:16

    You will learn 5 Scriptures, how to sign the name of Old Testament Books as well as how to sign the worship song “The Blessing” 

Technology & Social Media

Technology & Social Media

Technology & Social Media

      

This class focuses on all things digital. You will learn a variety of ASL signs for technology and social media including Google, internet, upload, YouTube & more.

Preschool ASL

Technology & Social Media

Technology & Social Media

  We will cover an array of topics including, but not limited to, learning the alphabet, days of the week, numbers 0-10, songs, family words, emotions, directional signs and much more. You will take some fun sign language songs to teach the preschooler in your life. The instructor, earned her BA and MA in Early Childhood Education. She will share the knowledge of why teaching young children sign language is an important addition to their learning development, Also, you will learn to sign Brown, Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?By Bill Martin Jr. to share and teach your preschooler. 

No Prerequisite

Baby/Toddler ASL

Technology & Social Media

Baby/Toddler ASL

     This class focuses on teaching ASL to children up yo 24 months. In this class you will learn basic signs to help your child communicate what they need and want. You will learn simple communication words as well as signs for the objects in Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown. This class is perfect for expecting parents, parents and caregivers of babies/toddlers. The instructor earned her BA and MA in Early Childhood Education and will explain the advantages of why children should begin to learn sign language at a young age.

No Prerequisite

Core Classes

Introduction to ASL:

Introduction to ASL:

Introduction to ASL:

  Here’s your chance to learn the basics of American Sign Language. In this class you will learn to sign the alphabet, numbers, colors, everyday phrases, and the importance of the 5 Parameters. This class will culminate with you learning and signing the book Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do You See? By Bill Martin, Jr. in ASL  grammar

No Prerequisite

ASL 1

Introduction to ASL:

Introduction to ASL:

This class will continue to focus on developing basic ASL skills. You will learn signs for emotions, family members, useful and conversational phrases, explore deeper into 5 Parameters and more. This class will culminate with you learning how to sign the Jack Hartmann Classic Signing All Over the World 

  Prerequisite Intro to ASL or Equivalent

ASL 2

Introduction to ASL:

ASL 2

This class focuses on learning about ASL Grammatical Structure. You will learn ASL Grammar and Conversational ASL. You will continue to hone your ASL skills with new vocabulary. 

Prerequisite ASL 1 or Equivalent

ASL 3

ASL 3

ASL 2

Focuses on Deaf Culture and Conversational signing. We will continue to learn new vocabulary, go in depth about deaf culture and practice conversations. You will learn about classifiers and start to make a handshape dictionary.

 Prerequisite ASL 2 or Equivalent 

ASL 4

ASL 3

ASL 4

  This class emphasizes storytelling using classifiers, handshape stories, conversations, vocabulary, math facts, describing people and being able to sign faster.  

Prerequisite ASL 3 or Equivalent 

ASL 5

ASL 3

ASL 4

By now you are definitely enjoying ASL. This class is about continuing to develop and fine tune your skills and vocabulary.  You will continue to develop ASL skills such as: faster recall and learning more vocabulary, complex conversations, read and sign faster, sign recognition and development.

 Prerequisite ASL 4 or Equivalent 

ASL 6

ASL 6

ASL 6

This is the ultimate test of your ASL skills.  Focusing on ASL fluency while learning new vocabulary. Deaf Culture & advanced concepts We will be reviewing many concepts from previous classes while enjoying the joys of ASL.     


 Prerequisite ASL 5 or Equivalent 

Just for Fun Classes

Disney ASL

Disney ASL

Disney ASL

Bring the family for an enchanted night. You never know what will happen when you have Disney magic. Come have some fun while learning to sign Disney, Pixar and Marvel characters signs, as well as theme park words, how Disney is Deaf friendly, and learn how to sign the Mickey Mouse March theme song

No Prerequisite

Space ASL

Disney ASL

Disney ASL

    You will learn a variety of Space signs in ASL, including the Planets, Solar System, Phases of the Moon, & more. 

No Prerequisite

ASL Puns and Idioms

Disney ASL

ASL Puns and Idioms

    Have you ever wondered what an ASL pun or idiom might be.. well, here is your chance. 

    

Prerequisite: Intro to ASL/ ASL 1 

Game Night

Movie Night

ASL Puns and Idioms

Bring the family for a fun evening of playing games in ASL and English. 

Movie Night

Movie Night

Movie Night

Each movie night has a theme. We will watch a movie related to ASL or Deaf culture then discuss after the movie. 

Essential (very overlooked) Classes

All About Numbers

Adv. Fingerspelling with a Twist

All About Numbers

MUST TAKE CLASS. 

Numbers are so underrated in ASL. However, they are very important. Being able to sign your numbers are one thing, but reading them is a whole different beast. Do you know all the number rules? Many people know the Rule of Nine, but do you know the secret added Rule of Nine rule? We will learn everything about general number rules as well as rules for addresses, emails & phone numbers. We will test your receptive skills with lots of different activities. 

No Prerequisite

Quick Signing

Adv. Fingerspelling with a Twist

All About Numbers

You will learn techniques to improve your signing, as well as learn some vocabulary. As an added bonus you will receive vocabulary cards, tips and tricks to make signing easier and more enjoyable. Don’t miss your chance to take this very overlooked valuable class. Class goes until 9pm, so we can  to go over the 150+ flashcards you received. 

Prerequisite: Intro to ASL/ ASL 1 

Adv. Fingerspelling with a Twist

Adv. Fingerspelling with a Twist

Adv. Fingerspelling with a Twist

 This is a very underrated class. Fingerspelling (FS) is not just knowing your alphabet. It is used a lot more than you think. FS is used in almost every conversation. In this class we will be focusing not only on receptive fingerspelling, but learning the signs that go with each word. You will learn over 75 FS words and signs. We will also be going over the numbers and number rules for 0-100 

No Prerequisite

Adv. Fingerspelling

Receptive Fingerspelling

Adv. Fingerspelling with a Twist

Focusing on fs, this class is all about improving your fs speed and accuracy. We will focus on Adv. fs. techniques such as watching & writing what is fingerspelled 

    Prerequisite: Intro to ASL/ ASL 1 

Receptive Fingerspelling

Receptive Fingerspelling

Receptive Fingerspelling

Most people can fingerspell (fs). However, reading FS is usually a challenge. In this class we will practice receptive FS with activities, quizzes & games. Everyone can benefit from practicing FS.  

No Prerequisite

Fingerspelling 101

Receptive Fingerspelling

Receptive Fingerspelling

This class is all about the Basics of ASL fingerspelling (fs). You will learn the Alphabet and numbers 0-20.  Why fs is so important as well as the rules of fs. You will go over in-depth using the 5 parameters  on how to sign each letter and numbers 

No Prerequisite

Vocabulary Classes

How to Get Around in ASL

More Than Just Conversation Basics

Similar but NOT the Same

This is a MUST TAKE CLASS.. We will now learn over 500 words and phrases pertaining to daily routines, chores, activities, places around town, transportation, money, retail and clothes signs, restaurant, food signs, barista signs, popular name brands, at the carnival, at the beach, around the house and much much more. 

 This is a great class to learn signs not only for daily routines and communication but an awesome way to massively expand your conversational ASL skills. 

 Great for any level signer. No ASL experience required. Besides learning vocabulary & phrases, we will be playing games in ASL to reinforce the material No Prerequisite

Similar but NOT the Same

More Than Just Conversation Basics

Similar but NOT the Same

This class  have multiple parts. Each class is a stand alone class. 

This will help clarify those signs 

 that are so close but not the same. You are making your own ASL  dictionary using the 5 parameters. 

 In this class we will continue 

 learning lots of different ASL 

 signs that are signed very similar 

 to another sign. We will go through  each sign and compare them. 

 Every week we will learn the 

differences of over 20 pairs of 

 words. (over 40 vocabulary words 

 each week.) 

No Prerequisite

More Than Just Conversation Basics

More Than Just Conversation Basics

Expand your signing: Mega Vocabulary

When trying to have a basic conversation in ASL, there are so many things to consider: sentence structure, vocabulary and NMM, just to name a few. In this class we will learn what is needed to have a basic conversation. You will learn conversational words and phrases and over 150 vocabulary words. You will get to practice constructing then signing sentences with what you have learned. 

No Prerequisite

Expand your signing: Mega Vocabulary

Conversation Building with a splash of ASL translation practice

Expand your signing: Mega Vocabulary

Do you want to be able to expand your ASL Sign vocabulary? In this class you will learn over 400 ASL signs and phrases. Learn different ways to sign words. We will not only learn vocabulary we will play games to help reinforce them. Don’t miss out.. come join the fun. This class is great for beginners and advanced alike. You can also benefit from new vocabulary. 

No Prerequisite

All Things Food and Food Related Signs

Conversation Building with a splash of ASL translation practice

Conversation Building with a splash of ASL translation practice

This class focuses on learning Food, Drink, Restaurant, Food Related Occupations signs and Fast-Food logos.   We will learn over 200 food, related Vocabulary words. 

No Prerequisite

Conversation Building with a splash of ASL translation practice

Conversation Building with a splash of ASL translation practice

Conversation Building with a splash of ASL translation practice

Focusing on building your conversational skills, while learning new vocabulary and a splash of complex sentence translation 

Prerequisite: ASL 3 

Vocabulary Building

Essential Conversational Vocabulary

ASL Vocab. with a Twist

Vocabulary is one of the most overlooked classes. The more vocabulary you know the more you are able to communicate in ASL. We will learn over 75 essential vocabulary words as well as review basic vocabulary terms 

   No Prerequisite

ASL Vocab. with a Twist

Essential Conversational Vocabulary

ASL Vocab. with a Twist

This class will focus on learning ASL vocabulary with a twist. 

Depending on the time of year each session has a theme for the twist. 

   No Prerequisite

Essential Conversational Vocabulary

Essential Conversational Vocabulary

Essential Conversational Vocabulary

In this class you will learn over 150 essential ASL signs in the following categories: common & descriptive signs, people, conversations, home, food, school, colors, time, questions, family, and clarification signs. 

Prerequisite: Intro to ASL/ ASL 1 

Meet & Greet Vocabulary

Meet & Greet Vocabulary

Essential Conversational Vocabulary

This class teaches over 100 signs, in the areas of introductions, family, conversational and phrases. This class has a unique element that it incorporates, a quiz for each section so you can see which signs you know and which ones you need to practice.  No Prerequisite

All About Animals

Meet & Greet Vocabulary

All About Animals

This fun class focuses on learning over 100 ASL Animal signs.  you will learn not only signs for the animals but some country signs that the animals are from. We will play an Animal ASL game that utilizes the vocabulary learned. 

 No Prerequisite

Holiday Classes

January- March Holidays

Holiday Signs: Spring & Summer

Holiday Signs: Spring & Summer

Learn about Martin Luther King Jr, Chinese New Year, Lunar New Year, Groundhog Day, Valentine’s Day, Presidents’ Day, St. Patrick’s Day 

No Prerequisite

Holiday Signs: Spring & Summer

Holiday Signs: Spring & Summer

Holiday Signs: Spring & Summer

We will learn signs related to Spring & Summer... including Earth Day, Spring Break, Easter, Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s & Father’s Day, vacation signs & more. We will play Bingo & other games while learning ASL. 

No Prerequisite

Easter Holiday Class

Holiday Signs: Spring & Summer

Easter Holiday Class

Learn signs related to the Easter Holiday and other Spring signs

No Prerequisite

Americana ASL

Fall & Winter Vocabulary and more

Easter Holiday Class

This class is all things America. We will learn signs related to the USA. You will learn about Memorial Day, Flag Day and July 4th. We will also learn the 50 states in ASL, the Pledge of Allegiance and the Star-Spangled Banner.

No Prerequisite

Fall & Winter Vocabulary and more

Fall & Winter Vocabulary and more

Fall & Winter Vocabulary and more

    You will learn vocabulary for Halloween, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas & more. As an added bonus we will learn Jingle Bells 

No Prerequisite

Christmas Holiday Class

Fall & Winter Vocabulary and more

Fall & Winter Vocabulary and more

You will learn over 150 winter signs such as Family, Hot Chocolate, Snow, Fire, Toys & Gift just to name a few. This class is covering not only the Winter holidays of Christmas & New Year’s but teaches you signs for celebrating birthdays and gift signs. 

No Prerequisite


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