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Award in British Sign Language
Course Code: NPVAE011
Course Level: Level 1
Study Mode: Part-Time
Course Type: Adults
Course overview
Learn the fundamentals of British Sign Language communication, including finger spelling, basic vocabulary, and simple phrases. Explore deaf culture and etiquette to foster respectful and inclusive interactions with friends, family and service users.
Level 1 Award in British Sign Language Qualifications is designed to teach learners to communicate with Deaf people in British Sign Language (BSL) on a range of topics that involve simple, everyday language. You will gain basic skills and confidence in production and reception of BSL.
By the end of the qualification, you will be able to:
- Understand and use a limited range of simple words and sentences in BSL
- Take part in simple, everyday conversations in BSL
- Give and follow simple directions or instructions in BSL
- Give and follow simple familiar statements or descriptions in BSL
BSL competence standards include requirements forcandites to have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL.
Prior to any exams taking place you will complete several mock exams to ensure your are ready.
Please contact Stacey Johnson by calling 01782 254211 or email stacey.johnson@nscg.ac.uk
On completion of Signature Level 1 Award in British Sign Language, a wide range of further qualifications are available, including:
- Signature Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language
- Signature Level 3 Certificate in British Sign Language
A range of financial support may be available for adult students to help towards the cost of your fees, equipment, childcare and/or other expenses while studying, depending on your personal circumstances and the course you are studying. For more details visit nscg.ac.uk/finance
Course options
14/11/2024
Course Duration
20 weeks
Course Days
Thursday
End date
06/03/2025
Class Times
18:00 - 21:00
Course Fee
£110.00
Additional Fees
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What else do I need to know?
Please note that courses run subject to minimum viable class sizes. Please note there may be additional costs for books, materials or other expenses.
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