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
Assessments
There are total of 3 assessments for this qualification:
Fees include awarding body assessment fees and access to Moodle. Monthly Direct Debit payment plan comes as standard. Our fees are always all-inclusive so there are never any unexpected costs!
