Level 1 BSL (Online)

The aim of this course is to introduce learners to the basics of British Sign Language. Teaching begins by exploring the visual-gestural modality of human language. You will learn about deaf people and their language and culture. There is an emphasis on building vocabulary relating to a wide range of topics, including fingerspelling, eating and drinking, transport, directions, holiday, family, hobbies and interests, work and school.

This course is delivered using a total immersion method. This means all classes are delivered in BSL and are a ‘voice off’ environment.

Your teacher will use a variety of teaching and learning methods to cater for all learning styles and to meet the needs of all learners. The course is designed to be fun, engaging and meaningful and will give you the opportunity to practise your productive and receptive skills by means of group work, pair work, role-plays, games, presentations and discussions.

The Level 1 BSL course is useful for anybody who is in regular contact with deaf people, be it through work or social life.

Unit	Title	Topics covered
101	Introduction to British Sign Language	Manual alphabet (finger spelling) Attracting the attention of a deaf person/deaf people Meeting familiar and unfamiliar people Requesting clarification Leave taking Basic numbers Weather Travelling Giving and describing simple directions
102	Conversational British Sign Language	Describing people Giving and receiving information about people Describing animals Describing objects and furniture Locations Using the local number system Give information and ask about age Telling the time Ask for and given information about money Days, weeks and years (the calendar) Describing interests and activities at home Describing day-to-day activities of self and others Sharing information about food and drink
103	Communicate in British Sign Language about everyday life	Giving and asking for directions in a building Describing places and buildings Travelling Giving and asking for information about everyday life Giving and asking for information about people Commenting on and describing the weather Using the local number system Telling the time Asking for and giving calendar information

Accessments

There are total of 3 assessments for this qualification:

Unit	Topic	Assessment
101	Introduction to BSL	Conversation with teacher (4-5 minutes)
102	Conversational skills	Conversation with teacher (4-5 minutes)
103	Everyday life	Conversation with teacher (4-5 minutes)

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course.

Progression

After you complete this course, you can move on to the Signature Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language course.

Fees

Self Guided

£48(inc. VAT) annual subscription

15x Self-guided lessons
List of learning resources
BSL stories and quizzes
BSL dictionary
Self-evaluation quizzes
Live weekly lessons with a qualified, deaf native BSL teacher
Administrative support
Access to online peer group
Formal accreditation and certificate

Taught course

£380(inc. VAT)

15x Self-guided lessons
List of learning resources
BSL stories and quizzes
BSL dictionary
Self-evaluation quizzes
Live weekly lessons with a qualified, deaf native BSL teacher
Administrative support
Access to online peer group
Formal accreditation and certificate

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Accredited course

£490(inc. VAT)

15x Self-guided lessons
List of learning resources
BSL stories and quizzes
BSL dictionary
Self-evaluation quizzes
Live weekly lessons with a qualified, deaf native BSL teacher
Administrative support
Access to online peer group
Formal accreditation and certificate

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For individuals paying privately

Option 1 – Pay in full

£380 payable at the time of application

£110 exam fee payable when the exams are booked

Refund policy: £285 refundable up to 21 days after the course starts. No refund after 21 days.

Option 2 – Pay in instalments

£95 per month x 3 months

£110 exam fee payable when the exams are booked

Refund policy: £95 initial deposit non-refundable. Remaining payments refundable up to 21 days after the course starts. No refund after 21 days.

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For employers and organisations

We do not absorb the VAT for VAT-registered companies. We will raise an invoice for the full course and exam fee. We do not offer employers the option to pay in instalments.

Full course fee: £380 + VAT = £456

There is no VAT on the exam fee.

PO number and employer financial details required at the time of application.

Refund policy:
£285 refundable up to 21 days after the course starts. No refund after 21 days.

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Level 1 BSL (Online)