British Sign Language - Introduction (21 Aug 2024 - 13 Nov 2024)

This course is ideal for anyone who is interested in learning British Sign Language (BSL) to gain an understanding of basic BSL communication and Deaf Awareness.

Provider

Borders College, Gallashiels
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This course is available on the Borders College website.

Description

This course is ideal for anyone who is interested in learning British Sign Language (BSL) to gain an understanding of basic BSL communication and Deaf Awareness. This course is aimed at beginners with little or no knowledge of Sign Language, which can help to build confidence before progressing to a Certificate in British Sign Language Level 1 course.REGISTER YOUR INTERESTPlease contact us on 01450 361030 or enquire using the link below.

Qualifications

A Borders College Certificate of Attendance will be gained on completing the course.

Delivery

12-week evening class from 6.30pm to 8.30pm, one evening per week.

Location

Scottish Borders Campus, Nether Road, Galashiels, TD1 3HE

Entry requirements

This course is aimed at beginners with little or no existing knowledge of British Sign Language.

Progression opportunities

Having completed the course, students will have the basic skills required to move on to the certificated course, British Sign Language Level 1.

Cost

£150

Course Content

You will learn:

  • To understand finger spelling and sign language
  • To introduce yourself and learn to understand and communicate basic informatio
  • Basic numbers
  • How to discuss the weather and transport
  • How to ask for and give directions using basic grammar and vocabulary
  • To give and ask for information in pairs

You will also gain more of an understanding of deaf awareness.

Course subject may change as needs dictate.


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About Borders College

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Whether you are a school leaver, returning to learning or striving to improve your skills and knowledge in the workplace, Borders College can help you achieve your goals and realise your potential.

Borders College is located in the Scottish Borders and offers a wide range of courses, from an introductory level through to advanced courses at Higher National level. They include a full range of apprenticeships courses, from modern apprenticeships to foundation apprenticeships. We also provide a large number of industry-based training courses for businesses throughout Scotland.

Courses are available to study full-time or part-time, during the day or in the evenings and at a variety of locations, depending on the needs of our students.

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