Level 1 Award in British Sign Language
Updated 2025-04-22
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This qualification is designed to teach learners how to effectively communicate with Deaf individuals using British Sign Language (BSL) on a range of simple everyday topics. Participants will develop foundational skills and confidence in both producing and understanding BSL. Our Level 1 BSL course welcomes complete beginners with no prior experience required! Upon completion, learners 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
For a full overview of this qualification, please visit Signature's website here.
Entry requirements as outlined by Signature:
- applicants must be 16 or over
- applicants must have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL
If you are 19 and over and resident in Manchester you may be eligible to join a free BSL course at MDC. For more information click here
Upcoming Courses
How much does the course cost
Each course costs [amount to be confirmed] in total including assessments. This can be paid in full prior to the course starting or in monthly instalments. Please note that a payment declaration will be required, which must be agreed upon and signed.
Where is the course taught
The course is taught face-to-face at the Manchester Deaf Centre.
Who is the teacher
The course is taught by (to be announced).
How long is the course
The course consists of 20 weeks of classroom based learning, excluding holidays, and operates on a term-time-only basis.
Course Attendance
Attendance every week is vital in order for you to ensure you are benefitting and learning as much as you possibly can. Please note: a record of your attendance will be kept and poor attendance could impact whether or not you pass the course successfully. If you fail to attend 90% of the course or more, you may not be eligible to sit your exams.
Course Fees
There will be 2 payment options. Students can either pay course fees in full prior to the course starting or pay via instalments through an instalment plan.
Course fees must be paid in full no later than 17th January 2025 or if paying via instalments a course payment plan declaration must be signed and deposit received before 17th January 2025. Failure to make payment will result in your place being offered to someone else.
Please note, our course dates are dependent on meeting minimum enrolment criteria. If these criteria aren't met, there may be changes to the schedule. Enrolled participants will be promptly informed of any adjustments. Thank you for your understanding.
Our BSL courses are accredited by Signature, the leading awarding body for British Sign Language
