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Learn American Sign Language
- Trusted for over 15 years
- Complete 4-Level ASL Course
- Super High Quality Videos
- Flexible and Mobile-Friendly
- Meets Foreign Language Standards
Start ASL Courses | Learn American Sign Language
Start ASL offers a variety of resources to learn American Sign Language ranging from free online lessons to courses specially designed for Students, Teachers, and Homeschoolers; as well as an individualized Tutoring Program for those who desire one-on-one learning. We have been trusted for over 15 years in online ASL education and have grown to a community of thousands of students. We’re so excited for you to join us!
Start ASL 1 Trial Course
- Try it for free!
- Limited ASL 1
- No credit card required
The Start ASL Online Course
- Access to ASL 1, 2, 3, & 4
- Self-Study or Guided Options
- Completion Certificates
The Start ASL Offline Course
- Includes ASL 1, 2, 3, & 4
- Learn Offline
- Instant Download
Teachers, Schools, and Organizations
- Access to ASL 1, 2, 3, & 4
- Group Purchase Options
Homeschooling Options
- Access to ASL 1, 2, 3, & 4
- Homeschooling Discounts
Start ASL Private Tutoring
- 30-minute or 1-hour sessions
- Fees vary by tutor
The Don't Just "Sign"... Communicate! Student Guides
The Don’t Just “Sign”… Communicate! Student Guides complement our courses and are included with all paid course options, or available separately in multiple formats.
A Student’s Guide to ASL and the Deaf Community
Start your ASL journey with a strong foundation in Deaf culture and communication.
A Student’s Guide to Mastering ASL Grammar
Learn ASL grammar the right way with a guide built specifically for students.
A Student’s Guide to the Deaf Experience
Discover real stories that bring Deaf culture and experiences to life.
A Student’s Guide to Deaf Community Terminology
Keep essential ASL terminology at your fingertips with this quick-reference guide.
Why Choose Us to learn american sign language
Learn How to Sign Comfortably and Correctly in True ASL
What most online ASL resources teach is often incorrect. Sadly, a simple search on Youtube will bring up a number of ASL videos with over one million views and hundreds of comments about how incorrect the signs are.
With us, you can rest assured that you are learning accurate signs and grammar by professional signers who are active members of the Deaf community. Our curriculum is aligned with the California World Language Standards and the ACTFL.
Imagine having the confidence to join a conversation in ASL knowing that your signing is completely accurate!
Most online ASL resources end up being very expensive with both time and money. If you have been using free resources, you may have found that searching through all the information out there and wondering whether or not it is even accurate takes an astronomical amount of time.
With us, our complete course includes everything you need. You will learn the language completely and with total flexibility. And better yet, our course will quickly give you the results you’ve been waiting to see.
Imagine the time you’d save and the uncertainty you’d avoid if you knew exactly what ASL to learn and when to learn it!
Most online ASL resources teach a very limited amount of ASL. Maybe you’re learning some signs like “dog” and “cat,” but are wondering when you’ll actually be able to have a real conversation.
With us, you will learn full ASL. We teach an extensive amount of ASL vocabulary plus ASL grammar, ASL syntax, Deaf culture, and Deaf history.
Imagine having the necessary signing practice and instructor feedback you need to reach true fluency!
Have you already taken an ASL class, but don't feel like you really got a good grip on the language? Maybe you've learned some signs to replace English words, but are wondering when you'll actually be able to have a real conversation using ASL grammar.
With us, we know what you need. We not only offer courses by native Deaf signers but also by hearing ASL professionals who know what it is like to learn ASL as a hearing person.
Imagine learning ASL from teachers who know exactly what hearing students need in order to become comfortably fluent!
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Schools Partnered with Start ASL
Hundreds of schools use our curriculum in their classrooms and offer enrollment into our complete Online ASL Course to their students to learn American Sign Language as their foreign language. All of our options for schools and organizations can be found on our Teach American Sign Language page.
Is Start ASL Right for Me?
YES - If you’ve always wanted to learn American Sign Language and can’t wait to finally get started!
YES - If you want to reach a comfortable conversational level of ASL and see progress right away.
YES - If you want to refresh your ASL skills and perfect your ASL grammar.
YES - If you enjoy learning online and don’t have the time or money to sit in a classroom or spend on expensive tuition.
YES - If you want to learn ASL as your foreign language. We have had many students use Start ASL for credit – be sure to check with your school for their requirements!
YES - If you eventually want to become an ASL interpreter – Our course will more than prepare you to take that step.
What our students are saying
"Hi! Mara here! I am so excited to tell you about Start ASL! It is a great company that allows you to practice ASL and learn it at your own pace. ASL stands for American Sign Language. I had to learn it because my sister is Deaf. So I am here to learn it more fluently, and at my own pace. So come and join us and you will have so much fun. It’s a great community of people to learn and grow. So I hope to see you! Bye! (Signs I-LOVE-YOU, in ASL)"
"I love this site Start ASL. They have easy to follow course work. And the social media content for learning is awesome!"
Learn Your First ASL Signs Free!
