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Online Level 2 British Sign Language (BSL) Course


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Summary

Price
£200 inc VAT
Or £66.67/mo. for 3 months...
Study method
Online
Duration
Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free

Overview

With statistics for the number of deaf adults and children in the UK rising every year, it is becoming more apparent for us to grasp at least the basics of British sign language, especially if it means being able to communicate with our loved ones or if our chosen career paths call for the use of sign. Hearing and speech disabilities among the UK population have without a doubt paved the way for diversification, so whether you're already a member of the sign community or are seeking to begin learning the language from scratch, there's never been a better time to take up such an in-demand, specialist form of communication.

Made up of hand gestures, movements, body language and various facial expressions, it takes time and practice to be able to master British sign language and more importantly, learn how to communicate effectively with a person who is either completely deaf or has any degree of hearing impairment.

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Description

The Sign Language Diploma course is ideal for students who require this particular method of communication for personal or business use. It might be that one of your relatives or close friends suffers from deafness or hearing impairment and your goal is to engage with them. Alternatively, this learning structure is highly informative to those who need a strong foundation of British sign language knowledge for employment purposes. There are many jobs across both the public and private sector that require a detailed understanding of sign language, from interpreting and teaching to social support work and care.

KEY LEARNING POINTS

Small changes make a big impact, and this statement can certainly be applied to the needs of sign communities across the UK. This course will enable you to further any basic sign language you may know already, but it is equally perfect for absolute beginners. Expect to study many interesting angles of British sign language, including the following areas:

  • Explore the basics of British sign language (BSL) such as how to begin a conversation with a deaf person, how BSL differs to the English language and the various dialects it has.
  • Learn how sign language is used all over the world along with why there are so many different sign language systems being practised today.
  • Understand what it means to be deaf aware and how to positively encourage deaf awareness.
  • Discover many different sign language words, numbers, questions, descriptions and phrases which are commonly used within British sign language communication.

ADVANTAGES OF THIS COURSE

  • You will increase your understanding of how British sign language differs from other types of sign language and become an expert at communicating this way.
  • Stand out to prospective employers when they need to head-hunt only the best sign language professionals for reputable job opportunities.
  • Communication that involves using hand gestures, body language and facial expressions will become simple to you upon completion of this challenging yet enjoyable learning program.
  • Learn valuable insights into alternative means of British language communication for personal or business use.
  • Prepare your skill set for further sign language training or volunteering opportunities, as well as for exciting employment possibilities.

Now is the perfect time to learn! Choose this remarkable online course if you want to study sign language in your own time, at a pace that fits around your busy lifestyle.

Course completion certificate included.

Free technical support available 7am-7pm GMT via email, telephone or online chat.

Requirements

This course is compatible with Windows, Mac, iPhone and iPad devices.

Learn anytime, anywhere!

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Alison asked:

Hello, On completion of the course, the certification that's included is it CPD Certified ? Many Thanks

Answer:

Hi Alison, Thank you for contacting us. We would like to inform you that this is a knowledge-based training and after completing the course you will get the course completion certificate. Regards, Jason

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Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

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FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.