Level 1 Award in British Sign Language

This Level 1 Award in British Sign Language course is regulated by Ofqual, which is a nationally recognised qualification.

This qualification is designed to teach learners to communicate with Deaf people in British Sign Language (BSL) on a range of topics that involve simple, everyday language use. They will gain basic skills and confidence in production and reception of BSL. The course specification has been designed using the UK Occupational Language Standards 2010 at Level 1.

Hello, Good News. This is a great opportunity for those who want to learn British Sign Language directly from a BSL expert.

I am Adam Linsdell, your British Sign Language Tutor and have years of teaching experience in BSL. We have arranged a live virtual classroom session via Zoom to teach you the Level 1 Award in BSL. You will be guided step by step to successfully complete the BSL Level 1 awarded qualification. This course is accredited by Signature and regulated by Ofqual which is a nationally recognised qualification.

Class Schedule:

Level 1 Award in British Sign Language

As soon as there are 15 total students will start the class. When the seat fills up we will confirm the students about the class schedule that will purchase the course.

7 Enrolled, 6 Seats Available

Weekly via Zoom Online Live Class. You can attend the class online from home/workplace.

Day & Time: Friday Evening, 06.00 pm – 09.00pm

Venue: Zoom Online

Teacher: Adam Linsdell

Only a few seats left, so book your seat ASAP.

Learning outcomes:

At the end of this unit, the successful learners will:

• Understand and communicate basic conversation when meeting people
• Know basic numbers
• Know different weather conditions and respond to questions about the weather
• Know a range of transport modes
• Communicate a range of directions

Why Choose This Level 1 Award in British Sign Language Qualification:

• Accredited by Signature
• Ofqual Regulated
• Nationality Recognised Qualification
• Step by step guideline
• High-quality e-learning study materials
• Available to students anywhere in the world
• 1 to 1 Tutor Support-Live Zoom Class

So, what are you thinking about? Start getting the benefits by enrolling today!

• Level 1 Award in BSL Class Schedule - download

Course Syllabus:

This comprehensive Level 1 Award in British Sign Language course includes the following modules:

• Meeting People
• Meeting Familiar People
• Meeting Unfamiliar People in Familiar Surroundings
• Meeting Unfamiliar People in Public Places, Shops, Cafes, Offices, Etc
• Requesting Clarification
• Leave Taking
• Range of Vocabulary
• Using Numbers
• Basic Numbers
• Range of Vocabulary
• Weather
• Commenting on the Weather
• Range Of Vocabulary
• Transport
• Describing Different Ways of Travelling
• Range of Vocabulary
• Directions
• Giving and Describing Simple Directions
• Asking for Directions
• Range of Vocabulary

Qualification objectives

At the end of the qualification, 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

Total Learning Hours: 90 hours

Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 64 hours

GLH includes assessment time. Additional study hours include private study, homework, practice, etc

Progression routes

On completion of Signature Level 1 Award in British Sign Language, a wide range of further qualifications are available, including:

• Signature Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language
• Signature Level 3 Certificate in British Sign Language

Nationality Recognised Qualification:

After successfully passing the official exam you will achieve Ofqual regulated nationally recognised Level 1 Award in British Sign Language Qualification that is valued by all the employers and academic institutes in the UK.

Official Exam

You will be assessed remotely via an online zoom exam that you can take from the comfort of your own home. When you will be ready for the exam there is an additional registration fee of £149 to book the official exam.

• Want to learn basic language skills to communicate simple conversations with Deaf people
• Want to learn new language skills as part of a programme of study
• Want to progress to more advanced study and/or employment using BSL in the future
• Are studying for personal development
• Are parents, family, friends or colleagues of Deaf people.
• Level 1 Award in British Sign Language is suitable for all ages, including pre-16.

Level 1 Award in British Sign Language can be taken without any previous BSL experience at any level. This qualification allows learners to gain basic skills and confidence in the two areas of production and reception of BSL.

Total Learning Hours: 90 hours

Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 64 hours

GLH includes assessment time. Additional study hours include private study, homework, practice, etc