Level 1 Award in British Sign Language - Nationally Recognised Qualification
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Level 1 Award in British Sign Language
1 to 1 Tutor Support-Live Zoom Class | Accredited by Signature | Ofqual Regulated | Interactive Training | Step by Step Guideline
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.
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
Accredited by Signature
Ofqual Regulated, Nationally Recognised Qualification
Qualification: Signature Level 1 Award in British Sign Language (RQF)
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
Meet the Trainer
Adam Linsdell
Hello. My name is Adam and I am a British Sign Language Teacher. I am Deaf and have been using British Sign Language since I was a teenager. My personal experience of Deafness was my primary reason for learning BSL and why I have such a deep passion for this beautiful and expressive language.
I have studied BSL to NVQ Level 6 and trained to become a teacher, enabling me to achieve my dream of teaching BSL in my local community. This opportunity has enabled me to work with the local Deaf community, building strong relationships and links.
I have taught sign language throughout Cambridge, teaching at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge Regional College, Cambridgeshire Deaf Association and Cottenham Village College. Usually, I teach face to face but during lockdown my classes moved online – this has been a new experience and a great opportunity for me and my learners.
Level 1 Award in British Sign Language, Winter 2022
Class starts 29th January 2022 – Course runs until 16th July 2022
Weekly via Zoom with 1 face to face session
Day & Time: Saturday Mornings, 10.00am – 01.00pm
Level 1 Award in BSL Jan 2022 Class Schedule
Level 1 BSL Qualification Full Specification
Venue: Zoom Online
Teacher: Adam Linsdell
Level 1 Award in British Sign Language is suitable for those who:
- 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.
Requirements:
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
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
Nationally 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.
**This course is distributed under the Lead Academy licence.**
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Curriculum
This comprehensive course is designed by industry experts; this course will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. Not only will it make you more lucrative to potential employers, but it will also give you the confidence to apply for that dream job.
This course is divided into bite-sized modules to make it easy to follow. The modules of this course cover all essential areas to provide you with the appropriate skills and industry knowledge to take your career to the next level. Whether you are travelling around the world or juggling work and family, this course can be completed anytime, anywhere. This flexibility enables you to learn at your own pace, fitting your studies around your current lifestyle.
Course Curriculum
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 Obtain Your Certificate -
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Level 1 Award in British Sign Language
1 to 1 Tutor Support-Live Zoom Class | Accredited by Signature | Ofqual Regulated | Interactive Training | Step by Step Guideline
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.
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
Accredited by Signature
Ofqual Regulated, Nationally Recognised Qualification
Qualification: Signature Level 1 Award in British Sign Language (RQF)
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
Meet the Trainer
Adam Linsdell
Hello. My name is Adam and I am a British Sign Language Teacher. I am Deaf and have been using British Sign Language since I was a teenager. My personal experience of Deafness was my primary reason for learning BSL and why I have such a deep passion for this beautiful and expressive language.
I have studied BSL to NVQ Level 6 and trained to become a teacher, enabling me to achieve my dream of teaching BSL in my local community. This opportunity has enabled me to work with the local Deaf community, building strong relationships and links.
I have taught sign language throughout Cambridge, teaching at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge Regional College, Cambridgeshire Deaf Association and Cottenham Village College. Usually, I teach face to face but during lockdown my classes moved online – this has been a new experience and a great opportunity for me and my learners.
Level 1 Award in British Sign Language, Winter 2022
Class starts 29th January 2022 – Course runs until 16th July 2022
Weekly via Zoom with 1 face to face session
Day & Time: Saturday Mornings, 10.00am – 01.00pm
Level 1 Award in BSL Jan 2022 Class Schedule
Level 1 BSL Qualification Full Specification
Venue: Zoom Online
Teacher: Adam Linsdell
Level 1 Award in British Sign Language is suitable for those who:
- 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.
Requirements:
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
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
Nationally 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.
**This course is distributed under the Lead Academy licence.**
This comprehensive course is designed by industry experts; this course will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. Not only will it make you more lucrative to potential employers, but it will also give you the confidence to apply for that dream job.
This course is divided into bite-sized modules to make it easy to follow. The modules of this course cover all essential areas to provide you with the appropriate skills and industry knowledge to take your career to the next level. Whether you are travelling around the world or juggling work and family, this course can be completed anytime, anywhere. This flexibility enables you to learn at your own pace, fitting your studies around your current lifestyle.
Course Curriculum
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 | |||
Obtain Your Certificate |