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Course Overview
Unlock the power of connection with this Ofqual- regulated Level 1 British Sign Language course. This Signature–accredited programme provides essential skills in British Sign Language, enabling basic language competency to hold and understand everyday conversations in BSL. Learn from scratch to master vocabulary and real-world conversational confidence with Deaf individuals.
Delivered through interactive online content, Global Edulink allows flexible and self-paced learning.
The British Sign Language Level 1 (RQF) course is ideal for anyone looking to master British Sign Language for everyday communication, or anyone looking to progress in careers involving Deaf individuals. Whether you are looking to boost your professional career or connect with this community, this Level 1 BSL (RQF) course is a rewarding journey towards growth.
This course is also known as Level 1 BSL, British Sign Language Level 1, and BSL Level 1.
The entire certification is based on practical assessments and tutorials, and you will be graded through those submissions.
After successfully completing the Level 1 Award in British Sign Language (RQF), you can progress to Level 2 and Level 3 in BSL for advanced learning.
The Level 1 BSL helps learners interact better with people using BSL. This helps people working in an environment requiring you to know BSL.
Ready to start your journey towards becoming an expert signer? Enrol today in BSL with this Level 1 Award for British Sign Language (RQF) to empower and transform your career. Your expert-led training begins here!
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Course Highlights
Flexible online learning
Designed using the UK Occupational Language Standards
Recognised RQF qualification backed by dedicated guidance
Practical assessments that build conversational skills required in BSL
Why Choose This Course?
Experience a flexible and supportive learning journey with comprehensive course materials, dedicated guidance and valuable features designed to help you successfully complete your qualification.
Why Study With Global Edulink?
Global Edulink blends accredited programmes with flexible learning, expert student guidance and unwavering tutor support.
Get certified with industry-recognised accreditations and awarding bodies
24/7 access to a digital study portal for flexible learning
Affordable pricing, discounts, and instalment-free payment plans
Instant and sharable e-certificate
Dedicated Mentor Support
Expert – designed course content
Learning Outcomes
Understand and use a limited range of simple words and sentences in BSL
Take part in simple, everyday conversations in BSL
Give and follow simple directions and instructions in BSL
Give and follow statements and descriptions in BSL
Who Is This Course For?
- •Anyone wanting to learn basic BSL
- •Parents, family or friends of Deaf people
- •Individuals looking to work with people who communicate in BSL
- •Anyone already working with people who communicate in BSL
Entry Requirements
No prior experience in BSL is required
Sufficient sight and manual dexterity to produce and receive BSL
Facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL
Patience and enthusiasm to learn
We understand that every learner has a different educational and professional background. If you do not see your qualification listed or are unsure whether you meet the entry requirements, our team is happy to help. We also welcome applicants without formal qualifications, particularly where relevant work experience or other learning can demonstrate suitability for the course.
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Skills Gained
This RQF- accredited Level 1 Award in British Sign Language (BSL) - RQF is designed to give you basic BSL competencies for everyday communication.
Understand basic BSL
Take part in simple conversations with another BSL user
Use basic BSL
Produce and recognise finger spellings in BSL
Course Curriculum
3 Modules
119 Lectures
64 Guided Learning Hours
Unit 01 : Introduction to British Sign Language
Unit 02 : Conversational British Sign Language
Unit 03 : Communicate in British Sign Language about Everyday Life
Signature
Awarded by
Signature is a UK awarding organisation specialising in British Sign Language (BSL) and Deaf communication qualifications. It provides recognised qualifications that help individuals develop signing skills, improve accessibility, and communicate more confidently with Deaf people in personal, educational, and professional settings.
What is Ofqual?
Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) is the independent regulator responsible for overseeing qualifications, examinations and assessments in England. Its role is to maintain confidence in the qualifications system by ensuring that regulated qualifications are developed, assessed, and awarded to appropriate standards.
Ofqual regulates recognised awarding organisations and monitors whether they meet the required regulatory conditions. This helps ensure that qualifications are reliable, consistent, fair, and provide a meaningful measure of learners’ knowledge, skills and achievements
An Ofqual-regulated qualification is a qualification that is awarded by an awarding organisation officially recognised and regulated by Ofqual. This provides learners, employers and education providers with assurance that the qualification operates within a recognised quality and regulatory framework.
Course Advantages
We provide additional support to learners to make their professional journey more rewarding.
Extra resources for further career and professional development
Free educational webinars on industry-specific areas
Sharable and accredited e-certificate
Flexible payment plans and seasonal discounts
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Method of Assessment
Coursework- based conversations between the candidate and the teacher
No written exams
Assessments focused on practical BSL communication skills
Final exam is fully conversational
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the Level 1 Award in British Sign Language (BSL) - RQF certification by Signature
Meet the Tutor
Marios Costi
Marios Costi, your tutor, is a British Sign Language Tutor in the UK with expert training and experience in BSL. His experience as a presenter at ITV SignPost, presenting Sports News for the channel. Further, his teaching and mentoring experience as a BSL teacher at City Lit and Frank Barns School for Deaf Children gives him the credentials and experience as a mentor. He enjoys teaching and is passionate about educating students through this course. He aims to empower people to empower deaf people and build strong rapport with deaf people.
Career Progression
Successfully completing this certification gives you competency in Level 1 British Sign Language (BSL) - RQF.
1
Communication Support Worker
£27,000 Approx./pa
2
Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
£25,000 Approx./pa
3
Social Services Support Worker
£11,000 Approx./pa
Academic Progression
Successfully complete the Level 1 Award in British Sign Language (RQF) certification and discover pathways for higher language programmes.
Progress to Signature Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language (BSL) - RQF
Progress to Signature Level 3 Certificate in British Sign Language (BSL) - RQF
Become a certified teacher for special needs students
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