By learning British Sign Language (BSL), you can help make the world a more friendly and accessible place for people who use it as their first or preferred language.
Our Signature accredited BSL level 1 course will enable you to communicate with Deaf people using BSL on a range of topics using simple everyday language.
By the end of the course, you should be able to:
- understand and use a limited range of simple words and sentences in BSL
- take part in simple, predictable conversations in BSL
- give and follow simple directions or instructions in BSL
- give and follow simple statements or descriptions in BSL
Read what the London Fire Brigade have to say about our British Sign Language courses.
How is this course delivered?
The Level 1 Award in BSL will run for six hours a day for 10 days. Once you have completed the course, you can progress on to the Level 2 Certificate in BSL.
Qualification structure
The Level 1 Award in BSL qualification is divided into three units – to achieve the full Level 1 qualification, candidates must pass all units:
| Signature Unit code | Unit title |
| BSL 101 | Introduction to BSL |
| BSL 102 | Conversational BSL |
| BSL 103 | BSL at school, college or work |
Each of the above unit assessments will be videoed and assessed externally by Signature (external link, opens new window).
Further information and arranging a training session
For further information, or to arrange a training session for your business, please contact our Access Solutions team.
Telephone: 0333 240 5658 (calls welcome using Next Generation Text)
Email: access.solutions@hearingloss.org.uk
Alternatively, please complete our quick and easy online enquiry form.