Fast-track BSL level 3 & 6 NVQ

This is an individual 1 to 1 based course, suitable for you if you are already fluent in BSL at level 3 or level 6. It is an ideal route if you work with Deaf people, as you must be able to collect your own evidence externally for your portfolio. You will be asked to attend a series of 5 sessions, which last for 2 hours each. The duration of the course is flexible, as you will negotiate your dates and times of sessions with the assessor.

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Key course information

Dates
12/09/11 - 16/07/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
38 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £595^NC

Venue
OS - Off site

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Course code
QF002*

Availability
Contact department

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has started

It may still be possible to enrol on this course - please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover missed content with you. Please be advised that the published course fees will apply.

Course outline

What is the course about?

During this course you will develop the following:
- Understanding of NVQ procedures and requirements, learn all about the portfolio and what evidence is required.
- Ability to build a portfolio of written and video evidence, description of the NVQ terminology and how to meet
the criteria outlined in the qualification standards.

What topics will we cover?

- Introduction to portfolio
- Assessment guide
- Individual assessment plan
- Evidence collection
- Live observations
- Self evaluation.

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

- Demonstrate appropriate level of understanding, usage and skill in BSL to complete the portfolio for level 3 NVQ
certificate in BSL or level 6 NVQ certificate in BSL.
- Demonstrate BSL skills to meet Signature's assessment criteria
- Complete portfolio of evidences.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

- This is designed for candidates who have been recommended to start collecting evidence for Signature's level 3
NVQ certificate in BSL. An assessment and interview ill be required.
- You will be required to have basic literacy as you will be asked to write your candidate profile and self-evaluations
- You will also be expected to be able to read and understand the unit instructions, specifications and assessment
criteria
- An interview will be required for assessment of your signing and suitability for the course.

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

- Explanation by tutor
- Introduction to portfolio and assessment specification
- 2 hours induction meeting
- 2 hours for live observation ad receptive skill evidence
- 3 times 2 hours tutorials
A considerable amount of additional home study will be required. You will be expected to collect evidence externally, in your own time.

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

- Portfolio folder and paperwork will be provided.
- DVD (+RW) discs for collecting evidence are available at a small cost of £1
- Signature registration and assessment are included in the course fees.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions. Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the DSPT department to assess your BSL skills.
Please contact the department to arrange your interview: DSPT telephone number: 020 7492 2725 Textphone: 020 7492 2746 or email: deafedu@citylit.ac.uk.

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. - You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the tutorial
- At the end of the course you and your tutor will assess the progress you have made
- Three 1:1 tutorials are also included, to go through each piece of evidence in the candidate's portfolios.
The assessor will record your progress and provide feedback on each clip during these tutorials.
- Your progress will be regularly assessed and monitored by your assessor and internal verifier
- For each piece of evidence you will write a self-assessment of your own progress and achievement against the
assessment criteria.

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?

- Level 3 NVQ certificate: if you successfully complete your portfolio, you can go on to "Working towards Level 6
NVQ certificate in BSL"
- Level 6 NVQ certificate: if you successfully complete your portfolio, you can go on to an interpreter training
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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Deaf education

Tel: 020 7492 2725

Fax: 020 7492 2745

deafedu@citylit.ac.uk

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