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Training

ASL Training and Workshops

ASL and Deaf-cultural learning opportunities for groups and community participants, with offerings tailored to the audience.

Information reviewedOct 10, 2026Service-specific public evidence
OrganizationThe Whole Person
Service typeTraining
Availability

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FundingFunding not listed

Service area

Where this service may be available

  • Kansas City Metro

Reviewed practical guidance

Eligibility and access

This section uses only the access facts AQL could connect to this exact service. Confirm the current pathway directly before relying on it.

Audience
The official page describes workshops that can be tailored to a group's communication setting and does not publish a disability requirement for participants.
Course limit
The official page states that the ASL class does not provide interpreter certification.
Published workshop charges
The current page lists Deaf Cultural Awareness at $150 and Basic ASL Workshop at $75 for up to 20 participants, with an extra $25 for locations beyond 25 miles from TWP. Confirm a current quote; community-class fees may differ.

Reviewed practical guidance

To establish you'll probably need:

These steps use The Whole Person's public instructions. Each step links to its evidence. When the official page stops short of a full intake checklist, this guide says so instead of filling the gap.

  1. Review the current workshop options.

    The official page describes Deaf Cultural Awareness and ASL learning content, including a basic curriculum and full-immersion approach.

  2. Contact the workshop leader about the intended audience.

    The official page lists Micki Keck at 913-227-4298 videophone and mkeck@thewholeperson.org.

    Have ready or be ready to discuss
    • Group type and size
    • Communication setting
    • Training goal
  3. Confirm the current offering before planning around it.

    Ask about dates, location or virtual delivery, length, cost, accessibility, registration, and whether the requested tailoring is available.

Do not assume this part

Confirm directly before relying on the service

Confirm current dates, audience, class capacity, format, cost, registration, and the exact curriculum for the requested workshop.

About this guide

How AQL prepared this page

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