FAQs
Stellar ASL Frequently Asked Questions
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A multi-level, structured ASL program with weekly live support, an active practice community, and bite-sized lessons you can do on your schedule.
You get a sequenced curriculum that builds real conversation skills, plus instructor feedback and community practice—so you’re not guessing what to learn next or learning in isolation.
Parents, families (including homeschool), professionals, and ASL enthusiasts who want a practical, supportive path from beginner to confident signer—especially hearing learners who need a method designed for them.
Weekly live office hours with Michelle (experienced instructor), regular community practice sessions (“ASL Socials”), and personalized guidance so you’re never stuck. Replays are available
Michelle Wierman—trained in ASL/English Bilingual-Bicultural Education with experience in Deaf schools. She learned ASL as a second language herself, so she teaches hearing learners with empathy and proven strategies.
Short, mobile-friendly lessons; a multi-sensory approach that builds both expressive and receptive skills; and a community that practices together online. Learn at your own pace.
Most learners make steady progress with about 15–20 minutes, 3–5 times per week, plus optional attendance at weekly live sessions.
Stellar ASL Online Membership – full access to all course levels, weekly office hours, weekly ASL Socials, community, feedback, and completion certificates. Family ASL – everything families need to learn together, with instructor support and certificates. Youth ASL – age-appropriate instruction for students (great for homeschoolers), weekly socials with peers, instructor support, and certificates. Free ASL Starter – try the program with ASL 1 (Unit 1) for free, ad-supported, no credit card required.
Yes—the curriculum and live practice are designed to move you from vocab lists to natural conversation and confidence in real situations.
Stellar ASL is trusted by hundreds of families and professionals nationwide; testimonials highlight real conversation gains, confidence, and the value of office hours and feedback.
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Yes—completion certificates are provided for each level you finish.
Yes—there’s a dedicated Family ASL option built for learning together across ages.
Begin with the Free ASL Starter Course (no card needed) to experience the method, then choose the membership that fits you best. Links to start free and view memberships are on the site.
A family-centered ASL membership with step-by-step video lessons, a done-for-you learning plan, community practice, teacher support, and completion certificates—built for real home life.
Families with infants and toddlers, parents supporting children with communication needs, and households with kids of any age using ASL as a primary or secondary language. Homeschool families with children under the age of 10 are welcome.
Targeted courses (start with ASL for Parents & Caregivers, then continue through all 4 Stellar ASL levels) High-quality, bite-sized lessons that cover vocabulary, grammar, and conversation (no guessing) Done-for-you plan that tells you exactly what to learn next Learning community with weekly online events Teacher support & feedback (office hours + monthly workshops) Mobile, self-paced access Completion certificates at the end of each level
Early ASL builds connection, reduces frustration, and supports healthy language development. Family ASL includes a “30 Days of Video Lessons” series designed around everyday parent–child moments, plus a Progress Tracker to celebrate wins.
Keep skills growing. Use ASL to support school learning, build social confidence, and enjoy the lifelong benefits of bilingualism. Kids 10+ can join monthly ASL Hangouts to meet other young signers.
Yes. Adults can join monthly ASL Socials on Zoom; kids 10+ can join ASL Hangouts. These sessions give real-time practice with a teacher and peers.
Yes: SignSprint — from first signs to first conversations, fast Fantastic Fingerspelling — clarity, comfort, and speed with fingerspelling
It’s not a handful of simplified signs. You get a family-specific curriculum that teaches real ASL with clear grammar and immediate, practical use—no guessing.
Yes—learn anywhere, anytime. Lessons are mobile-friendly and self-paced so your family can go as fast or as slow as you need.
Yes—completion certificates are awarded at the end of each level.
Silver — curriculum + community support ($47/mo or $537 lifetime) Gold — curriculum + community plus teacher feedback ($87/mo or $1077 lifetime) Both include unlimited access under the plan you choose.
Regular Office Hours, weekly practice events, and monthly workshops for feedback and guidance—so you keep moving forward with confidence.
ASL strengthens family bonds, boosts cognitive flexibility through bilingual exposure, and creates an inclusive way to communicate with every family member—Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or hearing.
Pick Silver or Gold, choose monthly or lifetime, and jump in. Your lessons, community, and live practice are ready.
A complete, 4-level, multi-sensory ASL course for kids—with interactive video lessons, weekly online practice events, a supportive community, tools for parents, optional teacher feedback, flexible pacing, and completion certificates.
Younger learners (including homeschoolers) who need a structured, kid-friendly path to real ASL conversations—plus parents who want clear progress tracking and printable supports.
4 levels of curriculum (all lessons, assessments, assignments—enough for ~4 years of study) Engaging, interactive lessons that keep kids motivated Parent tools (printables + automated progress tracking) ASL learning community with weekly online events Optional teacher-graded assignments (Gold tier) for faster progress Flexible pacing/24-7 access to learn when it fits your schedule Completion certificates at the end of each level
Four sequential levels that build real-world skills: Level 1: Fingerspelling, 1–100, basic questions (WHAT/HOW/WHY/WHERE), daily activities/hobbies, family & home, colors/descriptors, early Deaf Culture. Level 2: Personality & relationships, longer conversations (time/responsibilities/culture), occupations, storytelling, idioms/slang, money/numerical fluency, event planning & leadership, compare/contrast. Level 3: Precise numbers (ages/money), spatial & detailed descriptions, complex emotions/conflict resolution/advice, advanced narratives with time markers and character movement, deeper Deaf Culture (poetry/history), functional everyday language, compare/contrast at higher levels. Level 4: Travel & transportation, advanced spatial descriptions (directions/floor plans), refined size/shape/intensity, advanced classifiers/idioms, emotional & social depth, occupations & money in real-world contexts, complex narration & giving instructions.
Yes—weekly online events and community opportunities help kids make signing friends and build strong conversational skills.
Choose Gold for extra instructor support: hand-graded assignments, video-feedback opportunities, and added office hours. (Silver includes core curriculum + community.)
Printable worksheets and automated progress tracking so you can guide and monitor your child’s learning with less guesswork.
Very—customize the pace for your child; homeschool-friendly with 24/7 access to lessons.
Yes—your child earns a completion certificate at the end of each level.
Yes—SignSprint (first signs → first conversations, fast) and Fantastic Fingerspelling (clarity, comfort, speed).
No. It’s designed for complete beginners—enthusiasm and hands are all that’s required.
Yes—the step-by-step format and on-demand replays make ASL learning accessible to students of all abilities.
Michelle—an experienced, friendly instructor who’s been signing since age 8 and loves helping kids start their ASL journey.
Silver: high-quality curriculum + community support — $39/month or $375 lifetime Gold: curriculum + teacher feedback + community — $57/month or $699 lifetime Lifetime payment plan options are available on the site.
Pick what fits your family: month-to-month or lifetime access to Youth ASL Online.
Click Join Silver or Join Gold on the Youth ASL page and follow the prompts—your child’s lessons and community access unlock immediately.