1 in 7 people in the UK have a hearing loss of some degree – all requiring a change in the way people communicate with them. Deafness is a hidden disability - a small number of the 9million use BSL.
This accredited course will teach people to communicate with BSL users via sign language, taking delegates through a range of basic, everyday topics.
You will work through three units, leading to an assessment for each to gain your full level 1 certificate in BSL. The typical course length is 60-100 hours and sessions can be run flexibly at lunchtimes, evenings or weekends.