BSL intermediate
This is a course for students who passed level 1 in BSL but who are not quite ready to do level 2 in BS. This course is not accredited, however, you will get a attendance certificate at the end of the course.
Key course information
Dates
05/10/11 - 01/02/12
Day(s)
Wed
Duration
15 weeks
Time
13:30 - 17:35
Fees
Full fee: £360
Senior fee: £203
Concession: £197
Venue
KS - Keeley Street
Course code
QB420
Availability
This course has finished
This course has finished
Still got questions?
deafedu@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2725
Course outline
What is the course about?
This is a course for students who passed level 1 in BSL but who are not quite ready to do level 2 in BS. This course is not accredited, however, you will get a attendance certificate at the end of the course.
What topics will we cover?
You will learn BSL communication skills at pre-level 2 relating to the following topics:
- Everyday conversation
- Meeting and describing people
- Family
- Hobbies and interests
- Daily routines
- Eating and drinking
- Health and illness
- Activates at work
- Getting around and places in town.
- Shopping and spending
- Numbers
- Clothes and colour.
By the end of this course you should be able to:
Demonstrate signing skills in BSL structure at pre-Level 2 by:
- Show a wide range of vocabulary
- Use correct and clear hand shapes
- Use suitable facial expressions with signs
- Conduct a conversation with a deaf person
- Show turn-taking and asking for clarification
- Tell a short story.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
You will need to have basic Literacy as you will be asked to write some self-evaluations and read topics and instruction.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
- Demonstration
- Pair/group work
- Questions and answers
- Receptive skills from DVDs.
- Role play.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
DVDs and books are in the library at City Lit.
There are two “Starting to Sign” booklets for beginners which are also provided by City Lit.
‘BSL for Dummies’ books can be purchased at a special price, subject to availability.
Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?
No.
What feedback will I get?
You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. One-to-one feedback is given during the course.
How will I be able to give my views on the course?
Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.
How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?
You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
If you are successful this course, you can progress to a Level 2 in BSL course.
General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.
Who can I contact for further information?
Tel: 020 7492 2725
Fax: 020 7492 2745
deafedu@citylit.ac.ukAdvice times for BSL and Lipreading: Wednesday 14:00 – 15:00 (term-time only) All other advice by appointment
English, maths and computing courses for Deaf people
Tel: 020 7492 2726 (voice)
Email: deafskills@citylit.ac.uk
Contact us for advice times.
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