This qualification teaches learners to communicate with deaf people in British Sign Language on a range of topics that involve simple,
About the course
This qualification teaches learners to communicate with deaf people in British Sign Language on a range of topics that involve simple, everyday language use. Units include:
Introduction to BSL
Conversational BSL
Communicate in BSL about everyday life
The course is suitable for learners who want to learn basic language skills to communicate simple conversations with deaf people, want to learn new language skills, 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 or deaf people.
Sessions will include a range of activities, including signing techniques, practice, mock exams and ongoing assessment.
Entry requirements
This course can be taken without any previous BSL experience.
Candidates must have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL.
Assessment
This is a qualification course and learners will sit three assessments in class time. Students should expect to be filmed for the assessments.
Mission
Community, Opportunity, Achievement
Vision
Proud of our past and ambitious for our future, Collyer’s will:
Remain the top state provider of A Levels in West Susse
Provide a relevant range of high quality vocational and technical course
Offer excellent progression guidance as a pathway to university, further education and w
Develop skills for the future that meet local needs
Embrace an innovative culture and pioneer new technologi
Focus on sustainability and the wellbeing of all our communit
Invest in our estate to grow and further develop our safe, accessible and attractive campus
Build strong relationships with partners and the local community
Values
Collyer’s was founded by the London merchant and Mercer Richard Collyer in 1532. In his will, he outlined a very modern vision for the new school – one that resonates still now with our community and will for the next 500 years.
He wanted above all to invest in his local community and create opportunity, ensuring all eligible students could benefit from outstanding achievement and the power of education for social mobility (‘noon to be refused likely to learn‘). These timeless and powerful ideals drive the core values for our modern sixth form college.
Inclusivity Collyer’s welcomes all who will benefit from the outstanding education we provide, we celebrate diversity and encourage mutual respect, upholding fairness for all
Aspiration Our expert staff are ambitious for every student’s future and focused on the breadth of opportunities for progression
Care We are a friendly and supportive community, looking after one another and protecting our environment, growing as kind and actively engaged members of society
Individualit Our college has a professional and innovative climate that challenges everyone to be creative, self-motivated and resilient
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This 20 week course is designed to teach you how to communicate with deaf people in British Sign Language (BSL) on a range of topics that involve simple, everyday language use.
Taking the same content areas from the taster session but focusing on signs more in-depth signs to further conversations in sign language that involve everyday life.
This course is for anyone who is interested in learning the basics of BSL and finding out more about Deaf culture and history. It is open to York St John staff and students, and members of the public. You do not need any specific qualifications to join the course.
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