- Level 1 - Baby Signing Time Instructor
- Level 2 - Advanced Signing Time Instructor
- Level 3 - Master Signing Time Instructor
Level 1 - Baby Signing Time Instructor ($199.99)
The focus of a Baby Signing Time (BST) Instructor is to introduce ASL vocabulary to parents/caregivers and to children age three and under for the purpose of early/enhanced communication.
The following guidelines apply to all Certified BST Instructors:
- BST Instructors are required to complete the Baby Signing Time Online Review and score a minimum of 85%. The Review is available before you apply and will provide you with Signing Time Academy certification. You may also opt to take ASL 1 on signingonline.com for additional information and training. This course is option and not required at the Baby Signing Time Instructor level.
- BST Instructors are authorized to teach the Baby Signing Time curriculum to parents/caregivers and their children age three and under. As an instructor, you can choose to narrow down that age range to suit your needs.
- BST Instructors are also authorized to teach an Introduction to Signing Time Presentation (one presentation for parents and children, 30-60 minutes) and Signing Time Workshop (one presentation for parents ONLY, 90 min+).
- BST Instructors may not teach children older than three, and may not present to or teach a group of professionals in any field. The scope for this level is limited to parents/caregivers with or without their child under three.
Tools included in the Baby Signing Time Instructor Start-Up Kit:
- Four Baby Signing Time DVDs
- Four Baby Signing Time Music CDs
- Four Baby Signing Time Flash Cards sets
- Curriculum for Baby Signing Time Play & Sign Classes: sixteen lessons for classes and groups based on Baby Signing Time products.
Cost of Level 1 Start-Up Kit (includes application fee, background check, products, processing): $199.99 plus shipping/handling.
Annual Licensing & Membership Fee: In addition to the initial application and start-up kit fee, all Instructors must pay an annual licensing and membership fee billed at $9.95/month over 12 months, or discounted if paid all at once ($100). This gives you access to the Instructor Lounge at www.signingtimeacademy.com and all other privileges beyond Certification, including your listing on our website and product discounts.
Level 2 - Advanced Signing Time Instructor ($399.99)
The focus of an Advanced Signing Time (AST) Instructor is to introduce Signing Time and ASL vocabulary to adults and children of all ages and adults that have an interest in learning signs for any reason.
The following guidelines apply to all certified AST Instructors:
- AST Instructors are required to complete at least two approved ASL courses. (See ASL Education Requirements for details.)
- AST Instructors can teach the BST curriculum and also the Signing Time curriculum to children and adults of all ages. As an instructor, you can choose to teach to any age range as needed.
- AST Instructors may teach babies with parents, older children, teachers, in classroom and schools, and workshops for professionals (i.e. educators, pediatricians, speech therapists) interested in learning more about the Signing Time programs and ASL.
- AST Instructors may not teach or present breakout sessions at national conferences. They may, however, have exhibit booths as vendors at any conferences.
- AST Instructors must be familiar with and own the Baby Signing Time and Signing Time Series One Products (included in Start-Up Kit).
Teaching Tools in Level 2 Start-Up Kit:
- Four Baby Signing Time DVDs
- Four Baby Signing Time Music CDs
- Four Baby Signing Time Flash Cards
- Thirteen Signing Time Series One DVDs
- Four Signing Time Series One Music CDs
- Curriculum for Baby Signing Time Play & Sign Classes: sixteen lessons for classes and groups based on Baby Signing Time products
- Signing Time Classroom Edition: sixteen units of lesson material for Signing Time classes
Cost of Level 2 Start-Up Kit (includes application fee, background check, products, processing): $399.99 plus shipping/handling.
If you are already a Level 1 Baby Signing Time instructor, you may upgrade to Level 2 after meeting the ASL Education Requirements and by paying the difference in fees (which is $200). You will receive the materials in the Level 2 Start-Up Kit, minus those materials you already received at Level 1. You must submit the additional required video of you signing and have compeletd the Welcome chat with the Director to receive approval before being granted the privileges associated with Level 2.
Annual Licensing & Membership Fee: In addition to the initial application and start-up kit fee, all Instructors must pay an annual licensing and membership fee billed at $9.95/month over 12 months, or discounted if paid all at once ($100). This gives you access to the Instructor Portal at www.signingtimeacademy.com and all other privileges beyond Certification, including your listing on our website and product discounts.
Level 3 – Master Signing Time Instructor ($699.99)
The focus of a Master Signing Time (MST) Instructor is to introduce Signing Time and ASL vocabulary to children (all ages) and adults that are interested in learning signs for any reason – pre-verbal communication, non-verbal communication, second language, etc.
The following guidelines apply to all certified MST Instructors:
- MST Instructors are required to complete at least four approved ASL courses. (See ASL Education Requirements for details)
- MST Instructors can use the Baby Signing Time and the Signing Time curriculum to teach classes for appropriate age groups and all professionals.
- MST Instructors have the additional privilege of presenting at large conferences, seminars, and symposiums on behalf of Signing Time, with prior approval from the Academy.
- MST Instructors must be familiar with every product offered by Two Little Hands Productions and are required to own the entire Signing Time library (included in Start-Up Kit).
Teaching Tools in Level 3 Start-Up Kit:
- Four Baby Signing Time DVDs
- Four Baby Signing Time Music CDs
- Four Baby Signing Time Flash Cards
- Thirteen Signing Time, Series One DVDs
- Four Signing Time, Series One Music CDs
- Thirteen Signing Time, Series Two DVDs
- Two Signing Time, Series Two Music CDs
- Two Practice Time DVDs (123s, ABCs)
- One Story Time DVD
- One Good Night Baby Lullaby CD
- One SHINE: Selections for Grown-Ups CD
- Curriculum for Baby Signing Time Play & Sign Classes: sixteen lessons for classes and groups, based on Baby Signing Time products
- Signing Time Classroom Edition: sixteen units of lesson material for Signing Time classes
- Six Signing Time, Series One board books
- Four Signing Time, Series One flash card sets
Cost of Level 3 Start-Up Kit (includes application fee, background check, products, processing): $699.99 plus shipping/handling.
If you are a Level 2 Advanced Signing Time instructor, you may upgrade to Level 3 after meeting the ASL Education Requirements and by paying the difference in the fees (which is $300). You will receive the materials in the Level 3 Start-Up Kit, minus those materials you already received at Level 2.
Annual Licensing & Membership Fee: In addition to the initial application and start-up kit fee, Instructors must pay an annual licensing and membership fee billed at $9.95/month over 12 months, or discounted if paid all at once ($100). This gives you access to the Instructor Portal at www.signingtimeacademy.com and all other privileges beyond Certification, including your listing on our website and product discounts.
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