Part Time Introduction to British Sign Language

Introduction to British Sign Language

Level: Entry Level

Course content:
These introduction courses are to introduce interested people to the basic skills of BSL, with the possibility of progressing to established Signature (CACDP) courses.
What topics will we cover? Introductions, work, family, description of people including colours and clothes, giving directions and getting around, food and drinks, numbers, time, and calendar, Weather and travel modes.

Course Structure:
This course you should be able to conduct a basic conversation with a deaf person using sign language by ask and answer questions. How will I be taught? Group work, demonstration, pair work and practical work.

Course resources:
Website available, DVDS, Books, and Tutor will tell you what is best

Assessment:
You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

Next step:
Successful students will be able to progress to WMB11 (BSL 1: module 1)

How to apply:
Enrol in person, by telephone or by post

Fees Info
When information is available you will notice 2 different fees stated for this course. The fee you pay is dependent on your status:
Fee 1: Standard fee;
Fee 2: Aged 60+ years fee
Students in receipt of an income-based benefit pay £20 per course per term.
You will need to bring proof of age and any benefits when you enrol.
You DO NOT have to pay a college registration fee for these courses, but you may have to pay for additional course materials.Materials costs:
The tutor will advise you about any materials costs.

When and Where

• 
  Day:
  MondayTime:
  19:00 - 21:00This course is:
  Part time evening
  
  Length: 11 weeks
  
  Start Date: 04 January 2010
  
  Campus: Balham Centre
  
  Course Code: WMB1E/CE9BA
  
  Tuition Fees: £130Tuition Fees 60+:
  £91
  How to apply
• 
  Day:
  WednesdayTime:
  19:00 - 21:00This course is:
  Part time evening
  
  Length: 11 weeks
  
  Start Date: 06 January 2010
  
  Campus: Tooting Centre
  
  Course Code: WMB1E/TE9BA
  
  Tuition Fees: £130Tuition Fees 60+:
  £91
  How to apply
• 
  Day:
  SaturdayTime:
  13:00 - 15:00This course is:
  Part time day
  
  Length: 11 weeks
  
  Start Date: 09 January 2010
  
  Campus: Tooting Centre
  
  Course Code: WMB1E/TD9BA
  
  Tuition Fees: £100Tuition Fees 60+:
  £70
  How to apply
• 
  Day:
  MondayTime:
  19:00 - 21:00This course is:
  Part time evening
  
  Length: 10 weeks
  
  Start Date: 19 April 2010
  
  Campus: Balham Centre
  
  Course Code: WMB1E/CE9CA
  
  Tuition Fees: £120Tuition Fees 60+:
  £84
  How to apply
• 
  Day:
  WednesdayTime:
  19:00 - 21:00This course is:
  Part time evening
  
  Length: 11 weeks
  
  Start Date: 21 April 2010
  
  Campus: Tooting Centre
  
  Course Code: WMB1E/TE9CA
  
  Tuition Fees: £130Tuition Fees 60+:
  £91
  How to apply
• 
  Day:
  SaturdayTime:
  13:00 - 15:00This course is:
  Part time day
  
  Length: 11 weeks
  
  Start Date: 24 April 2010
  
  Campus: Tooting Centre
  
  Course Code: WMB1E/TD9CA
  
  Tuition Fees: £100Tuition Fees 60+:
  £70
  How to apply