This non-accredited course is designed to give learners a brief introduction to D/deaf awareness and British Sign Language and help you to communicate better with someone who is D/deaf. The course consists of topics such as: • Deafness and hearing loss • Communication tips • Fingerspelling • some ba
Who is this course for?
This non-accredited course is designed to give learners a brief introduction to D/deaf awareness and British Sign Language and help you to communicate better with someone who is D/deaf. The course consists of topics such as: • Deafness and hearing loss • Communication tips • Fingerspelling • some basic signs
What will I learn?
To learn basic British Sign Language such as greetings and fingerspelling • Giving learners an insight into d/Deafness and how to communicate better with a d/Deaf person.
How will I learn?
Feedback from the tutor during class.
What will I need to bring?
A pen and paper to make notes. Access to the internet and a phone/ laptop/ tablet is useful to access Moodle- our online learning platform full of resources- but not essential.
What skills or experience do I need?
None- you simply need an interest in BSL and the d/ Deaf community and a willingness to have a go!
About Us
Funded by the Education and Funding Agency, Leicestershire Adult Learning Service (LALS) provides formal and informal learning programmes for all adults across the County of Leicestershire.
LALS is a service within Leicestershire County Council’s Adults and Communities department. Our programmes are delivered at venues across the County, including Adult Learning centres, libraries, community centres, and some courses are also offered online. The service is regulated by Ofsted and is currently graded a GOOD service provider.
Who We Are
Find out more about who we are and how we play an important part in improving the lives and opportunities of the people of Leicestershire.
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Ofsted Report
Leicestershire Adult Learning Service had a full Ofsted inspection in May 2015 with a short inspection in March 2018 where we were rated “Good” on both occasions.
The British Sign Language (BSL) - Introduction course is designed for those interested in learning British Sign Language or improving on existing skills to work towards SQA accreditation.
This course is for anyone who wishes to learn some basic techniques of British Sign Language. You do not need any previous experience of British Sign Language to start this class, it will introduce you to techniques used to help you decide if you would like to progress to an accredited course.
The level 1 award in British Sign Language can be taken without any previous BSL experience. This qualification allows learners to gain basic skills and confidence in the two areas of production and reception of BSL.
British Sign Language will help you learn the language of the deaf community, this is the perfect course for you if you’re interested in communication through sign language. With our help, you will learn everyday language to allow you to communicate with a deaf person.
You will develop your skills in British Sign Language (BSL) in a range of straightforward personal/social and transactional/vocational contexts. You will further develop your skills of understanding and producing straightforward language using BSL.
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