Testimonials

BSL First is the best choice. It met my needs as online at the time, would’ve preferred in person but the experience was paramount for present work. Now having completed online lessons they were just as good, honestly learned more during the time frame. I cannot sing BSL First’s praises anymore than I do when asked. The organisational side is excellent!! This helps 100% as the schedule is so well laid out you cannot go wrong. Feedback is honest, fair and beneficial. Thank you BSL First for giving me insight into me and how to improve my way of working.

I had a great experience with this online course!
Being able to take it remotely was super convenient. Andrew was an outstanding teacher throughout. He was always available to answer questions and offered clear, supportive guidance every step of the way. I felt supported and well-prepared for any assessments or exams I had coming up. Highly recommend!

I had a great experience with a friendly, patient tutor. Valuable information with clear instruction. I would rcommend anyone to enrol in BSL first.

I was, at first, dubious about the online course as all my other BSL qualifications had been completed face to face. I was concerned about possible technical issues or problems with learning at such a high level on a computer screen.

There are lots of additional resources to aid with the learning. Both teachers I have had are knowledgeable and friendly! The small group discussions allow me to practice my BSL more often.

As someone who already had a foundation in BSL before joining BSL First, enrolling on the Sign Language Interpreting course has truly deepened both my skills and understanding of the profession. The teaching is rich, thoughtful and rooted in real-world practice by balancing linguistic theory, cultural insight and ethical frameworks in a way that’s both accessible and academically robust.

What I’ve appreciated most is how the course challenges you to think critically about your role as an interpreter, while offering consistent support and encouragement from tutors who genuinely care about your growth.

BSL First has created a space where aspiring interpreters can thrive, I would absolutely recommend it to anyone ready to take the next step in their journey.

I would highly recommend doing a BSL course with BSL First. My Level 3 teacher was incredible and highly knowledgeable, she was so patient and kind and put everyone at ease.

For me, I knew I wanted a Level 6 course based online as I move around a lot. The organisation of BSL First is fantastic and arguably the best in the industry. Their online system is easy to understand and always up-to-date. My teacher specifically, Andrew, is a superb teacher and as a CODA who has been a CSW for 2 years, I very much felt like I still learnt lots in the classes. My class had a 50/50 split of Deaf and hearing people, for me this made the classes great as we had different perspectives about key debates – this was great for exams and real-life application.

I’ve now completed four levels with BSL First and honestly don’t have a single negative thing to say. Every teacher I’ve had has been incredibly well-qualified and skilled, which gave me real confidence in the quality of the education I was receiving. I also felt consistently supported throughout the courses.

Andrew Stanley is brilliant teacher, he knows the answer when I asked him a question. it have plenty resources in the website so I can attend this anytime during course. 5* star for this course. highly recommend!

“I did this online level one bsl course as I am growing deafer. The tutor was perfect. Knowledgeable- friendly and encouraging. 10/10”

“An amazing course with a fantastic teaching team. The Moodle resources were so helpful with all the theory you needed to complete the various assignments. All the course content was relevent and useful for when I became freelance and has and will continue to support me through my career. Thank you BSL First :)”

“I am currently studying with BSL first and I have completed 1 year studying with them. Very knowledgeable team with great teaching strategies. In 1 year alone they have taught me so much. I highly recommend BSL first.”

“I can see the improvements in my interpreting since starting with BSL First. The input and guidance have been invaluable. I feel more settled and supported than I have before, the course that Akbar has designed, in my view, is excellent in terms of the structure, content and the support.”

“The course has fantastic content. I would recommend BSL First as the tutors are very knowledgeable, very approachable and supportive.”

“I am extremely pleased I chose BSL First as a course provider. The quality of the training is first class. The tutors are friendly, approachable, supportive and, most importantly, experts in their field. I would highly recommend BSL First as a course provider.”

“I cannot recommend this course enough. I have felt completely at ease throughout all the teaching time, and when I had doubts in my own abilities and motivation, Akbar was there at the end of an email, and helped me work through it. The teachers have a real wealth of experience, and are incredibly knowledgeable – I defy anyone to spend time on this course and not be inspired to take themselves as far as they can go on their journey into BSL.”

“I am really enjoying my course with BSL First, Akbar and his team have a wealth of knowledge and I really trust that I’m in good hands. The teaching is varied and there are always opportunities to feedback on any area of the course as well.”

“Being with BSLFirst has probably been THE Best learning experience I’ve had. I’ve met many wonderful people, there has been so much support and never been more comfortable in a learning environment, either classroom based or online (blended). Would do it all over again!”

“I feel that finding this course and being with other CODAs was fate for me. I have wanted to do a course like this for a while, but being in a group with the people I am with now is better than I had imagined. With great tutors and leadership along the way, I look forward to what the future brings!”

“Thank you for the BSL Level 6 you arranged, and to especially thank you for sending Alan Murray to be our leading instructor. He did his a very helpful attitude, and was more aware of my needed. I appreciate the time he took to work samples of my study in advance so his comments were immediately applicable. BSL First always find a way to get it done – and done well! Thank you.”