Level 1 Award British Sign Language

The Level 1 British Sign Language course is divided into three units. Each one is completed with a short one-to-one assessment that you will undertake with the tutor. Learners will be introduced to the following key information: - Recognise variations in the way deaf people communicate. - Sign at basic level (approximately 400 signs). - Finger spelling, names and places. - Respond to simple signed questions. - Be able to retell a short signed story. - Understand receptive skills in sign. - Demonstrate signing skills by signing in BSL Signature. BSL Level 1 Certificate is a commonly recognised starting point for people involved, or working, with the Deaf Community, and Level 1 needs to be passed before moving on to the Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language. You will be able to communicate with deaf people, and gain a better understanding of the deaf culture and community. You can learn more about the qualification, and its structure by visiting the awarding body's website at www.signature.org.uk.You will be taught and assessed by various methods including: - Receptive from tutor - Practical demonstration - Group work, pair work - Games - Role mode and role play - DVDs - Conversation Assessments will largely be conducted by the course tutor, though they will often be recorded for submission to the Awarding Body.