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BSL level 1

Have you always wanted to learn British Sign Language and communicate with Deaf people? You can develop the skills you need to gain the level 1 BSL qualification, accredited by Signature.

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Key course information

Dates
12/01/12 - 05/07/12

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
22 weeks

Time
18:00 - 20:30

Fees
Full fee: £544
Senior fee: £544

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
QB415

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

This qualification is designed to enable you to communicate with Deaf people at Level 1 standard in British Sign Language (BSL) on a range of topics using simple, everyday language.

What topics will we cover?

You will learn level 1 in BSL communication skills relating to the following topic areas:
- Meeting people
- Using numbers
- Weather
- Transport
- Directions
- People, animals and objects in the home
- Interests and activities
- Refreshment
- Getting around.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Understand and use a limited range of simple words and sentences in BSL
- Take part in simple conversations in BSL
- Give and understand simple directions in BSL
- Give and understand simple descriptions in BSL.

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 instructions for examination.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

- Demonstration
- Pair/group work
- Questions and answers
- Receptive skills from DVD
- Role play.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Examination fees are included in the course fees
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' book 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. 1:1 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?

The qualification is divided into three units, each of which can be achieved separately. Students who are new to BSL should cover the introductory unit first as units 102 and 103 build on this knowledge. Unit BSL 101 is internally assessed. Units 102 and 103 are externally assessed by a Signature assessor.
To achieve the full certificate in BSL, students are required to pass all units. Successful candidates can apply for a place on 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.uk

Advice 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

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
12/01/12 to 05/07/12	Thu	18:00 - 20:30	22 weeks	£544	£544	N/A	QB415	Full	» Select
18/04/12 to 04/07/12	Wed	10:00 - 17:00	11 weeks	£516	£324	N/A	QB014	Full	» Select
06/09/11 to 03/04/12	Tue	18:00 - 20:00	28 weeks	£544	£544	£351	QB214	Finished	» Select
19/09/11 to 05/12/11	Mon	10:00 - 16:00	11 weeks	£516	£324	£317	QB011	Finished	» Select
23/09/11 to 09/12/11	Fri	10:30 - 16:30	11 weeks	£516	£324	£317	QB511	Finished	» Select
01/11/11 to 31/01/12	Tue	10:00 - 16:00	11 weeks	£516	£324	£317	QB012	Finished	» Select
07/01/12 to 17/03/12	Sat	10:00 - 16:00	11 weeks	£516	£324	£317	QB013	Finished	» Select

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