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Course Overview

Course Overview
This qualification is designed to teach you to communicate using British Sign Language (BSL) on a range of topics that involve simple, everyday language use.
This course will cover Unit 101 but does not include the assessment – see Examination/Assessment

Objectives

Objectives
Objective 1
Objective 1
Take part in a basic conversation using British Sign Language
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Objective 2
Objective 2
Receive and sign basic numbers – people, time, money and dates
Prosp User 3
Objective 3
Objective 3
Receive and sign different weather conditions
Prosp User 4
Objective 4
Objective 4
Receive and sign a wide range of modes of transport
Prosp User 5
Objective 5
Objective 5
Receive and sign directions (in places or buildings) and ask for directions
Prosp User 6
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Objective 8
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Objective 9
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Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements
You need to be able to read, understand and carry out verbal and written instructions in English.
BSL competence standards include requirements for candidates to have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL.
Prosp User 8

Equipment Required

Equipment Required
Please bring your enrolment slip to the first session. You will need writing materials and a folder to store hand outs. We recommend you buy a copy of Start to Sign published by RNID.
Prosp User 9

What courses can I go on to?

What courses can I go on to?
British Sign Language Level 1
Prosp User 10

What examination is there?

What examination is there?
This course does not include assessment for Unit 101 which will either take place at the start of Unit 102/103 course, or in a separate session for learners who do not wish to continue to complete the full award. An assessment and administration fee of £25 will be payable.
To achieve this unit, learners may show that they can understand and use basic language in everyday situations. Learners must demonstrate that they can meet and greet, understand basic conversation and numbers, give and follow simple directions and information.
Unit BSL101 is internally assessed by the tutor.
Prosp User 11

How will I know I am making progress?

How will I know I am making progress?
Your tutor will give you feedback on your progress in class and keep a record of your work and performance and discuss this with you. You will also have an individual learning plan where you can track your own progress. Is there anything else I need
Prosp User 12

Other Info

Other Info
We expect you to attend all classes, be on time and complete any homework given by your tutor. BSL needs to be practised at home and at local Deaf Clubs. You will need to attend your local Deaf Club at least once during this course and practise the signs by communicating and meeting with deaf people.
Prosp User 13

Extra Support

Extra Support
If you have declared a learning difficulty, disability or support need whilst enrolling and you require support/assistance in class or to complete your course, please discuss your needs with your tutor at the first lesson.

If you intend to take an examination and feel you have an additional learning need or special requirements, you must declare them to your tutor within the first 2 weeks of your course.

If you are studying in an online group, then you can arrange a one-to-one online discussion with your tutor, after the session, or by email.

Where we aim to make reasonable adjustments to support our learners, please note we are unable to provide any type of in class or in person support if your course takes place online.
Prosp User 14
A8953
Paula Mattison
21/10/2024
11/11/2024
2.50 hrs per wk
3 weeks
£41.63 (tuition)
Tuition Fee
£13.88 (concessionary)
Conc Fee
£88.50 (overseas)
Overseas Fee
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