BSL Courses

BSL Courses

LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE IN BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE

COURSE DETAILS

Our BSL Level 1 course is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in learning British Sign Language.

Course Duration: 3 hours per week for 15 weeks
Location: Classes In person at ADC Office, Pontypridd
Awarding Body: Signature

What you'll learn:

Basic BSL vocabulary and grammar
How to communicate in everyday situations
Deaf culture and awareness

Why choose our course?

Experienced tutors: Our highly qualified tutors will guide you through the learning process.
Small class sizes: Personalised attention and support.
No previous experience required: Perfect for beginners.

LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE IN BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE (INTENSIVE)

COURSE DETAILS

Our Intensive BSL Level 1 course is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in learning British Sign Language at a faster pace.

Course Duration: 90 hours of study over 1 intensive week
Location: Classes In person at ADC Office, Pontypridd
Awarding Body: Signature

What you'll learn:

Basic BSL vocabulary and grammar
How to communicate in everyday situations
Deaf culture and awareness

Why choose our course?

Experienced tutors: Our highly qualified tutors will guide you through the learning process.
Small class sizes: Personalised attention and support.
No previous experience required: Perfect for beginners.

LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE

Our BSL Level 2 Certificate course is designed for learners who have already completed a Level 1 BSL qualification or have equivalent skills.

Course Duration: This practical course takes 3 hours per week for 20 weeks.
Location: Classes In person at ADC Office, Pontypridd

Awarding Body: Signature

What you'll gain:

Enhanced BSL vocabulary and grammar
Confidence in communicating on a wider range of topics
Improved understanding of Deaf culture

Why choose our course?

Experienced tutors: Benefit from the guidance of qualified BSL instructors.
Practical approach: Develop your communication skills through real-life scenarios.
Accredited qualification: Upon completion, you'll receive an Ofqual-regulated certificate.

LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE

Our BSL Level 3 Certificate course is designed for learners who have successfully completed a Level 2 BSL qualification or possess equivalent skills. This advanced program will equip you with the fluency and knowledge to confidently communicate in various contexts.

Course Duration: Invest approximately 180 hours to achieve this in-depth BSL qualification.

Location: Classes In person at ADC Office, Pontypridd

Awarding Body: Signature

What you'll achieve:

Extensive BSL vocabulary and advanced grammar proficiency
The ability to hold conversations on complex topics
A deeper understanding of Deaf culture and social etiquette
The skills to participate fully in Deaf events and settings

Why choose our BSL Level 3 Certificate?

Expert Tutors: Learn from experienced and qualified BSL instructors.
Real-world Focus: Develop your communication skills through practical scenarios.
Nationally Recognised Qualification: Earn an Ofqual-regulated certificate upon completion.

LEVEL 4 CERTIFICATE IN BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE

This BSL Level 4 Certificate course is ideal for individuals who have already achieved a BSL Level 3 qualification or demonstrate equivalent skills. It's designed to refine your BSL fluency and knowledge, preparing you for professional communication in various Deaf contexts.

Course Duration: This comprehensive program requires approximately 240 hours of dedication.

Location: Classes In person at ADC Office, Pontypridd

Awarding Body: Signature

What you'll gain:

Mastery of advanced BSL vocabulary and complex grammar structures
The ability to confidently hold in-depth discussions on a wide range of topics
A comprehensive understanding of Deaf culture and social nuances
The skills to function effectively as a BSL interpreter or communication support worker

Why Choose Our BSL Level 4 Certificate?

Expert Tutors: Gain insightful instruction from highly qualified BSL professionals.
Professional Focus: Develop the skills needed to thrive in professional Deaf environments.
Accredited Qualification: Upon completion, earn an Ofqual-regulated certificate recognised by employers.

LEVEL 6 CERTIFICATE IN BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE

Our BSL Level 6 Certificate is designed for highly skilled BSL users who have already achieved a BSL Level 4 qualification or possess equivalent expertise. This intensive program will refine your BSL abilities to a near-native level, preparing you for sophisticated communication in professional and academic settings.

Course Duration: This rigorous program requires approximately 360 hours of focused study.

Location: Classes In person at ADC Office, Pontypridd

Awarding Body: Signature

What you'll achieve:

Mastery of highly complex BSL vocabulary and advanced grammatical structures
The ability to effortlessly converse on any topic, even in abstract or technical contexts
A nuanced understanding of Deaf culture and specialized sign language registers
The skills to excel in demanding roles such as BSL interpreting, translation, or Deaf education

Why Choose Our BSL Level 6 Certificate?

Expert Instructors: Learn from highly qualified and experienced BSL professionals.
Advanced Focus: Refine your skills for complex communication and high-level proficiency.
Flexible Learning Options: Choose online or in-person learning to fit your needs.
Nationally Recognised Qualification: Earn an Ofqual-regulated certificate valued by employers and institutions.

BSL 101 F: Introduction to BSL (Frontline Staff)

This unit is specifically designed for frontline staff, customer service representatives, or public-facing employees who have frequent contact with the public.

The course focuses on providing the basic BSL skills and vocabulary necessary to facilitate simple, helpful communication in a customer service or public access setting.

You will learn: Basic greetings, asking and giving simple directions within a building (e.g., "Where is the lift?"), handling short transactions, and requesting clarification (e.g., "Please write that down").
Goal: To enable staff to offer a better, more inclusive service experience for Deaf and hard of hearing customers.

BSL 101 Y: Introduction to BSL (Young People)

This unit is designed for young learners (often under 16) who attend Deaf or mainstream schools and frequently interact with Deaf peers or staff.

The content uses vocabulary and topics relevant to a school, youth club, or social environment.

You will learn: Basic conversation when meeting people, using the manual alphabet (fingerspelling) for names, recognising and using numbers for time/dates, and communicating about school, hobbies, and activities.
Goal: To give young people the fundamental BSL skills needed to communicate with Deaf peers and friends, fostering social inclusion and language acquisition from an early age.

BSL 101 H: Introduction to BSL (Healthcare)

This unit is tailored for healthcare professionals who work in medical environments, such as hospital staff, GP surgery receptionists, or community care workers.

The content is focused on basic BSL skills within a clinical or medical setting.

You will learn: Basic greetings and personal information exchange, health-related vocabulary (e.g., pain, appointment, medication), recognising and using numbers for wards/rooms, and giving simple directions within a hospital or medical centre.
Goal: To help healthcare staff manage simple patient interactions, appointments, and general needs, thereby improving communication and patient safety.

LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE

Our BSL Level 2 Certificate course is designed for learners who have already completed a Level 1 BSL qualification or have equivalent skills.

Course Duration: This practical course takes approximately 120 hours to complete.
Location: Classes In person at ADC Office, Pontypridd

Awarding Body: Signature

What you'll gain:

Enhanced BSL vocabulary and grammar
Confidence in communicating on a wider range of topics
Improved understanding of Deaf culture

Why choose our course?

Experienced tutors: Benefit from the guidance of qualified BSL instructors.
Practical approach: Develop your communication skills through real-life scenarios.
Accredited qualification: Upon completion, you'll receive an Ofqual-regulated certificate.

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Meet Our Lead BSL Tutor

Hello everyone! I'm Chaz, and I'm proud to introduce myself as the Lead BSL Tutor here at Action Deafness Cymru (ADC).

My passion is teaching, and I lead all our formal British Sign Language training, guiding students through Signature qualifications from Level 1 right up to Level 6. Whether you're just starting your BSL journey or aiming for professional proficiency, I'm here to help you reach your goals.

I also run our popular, shorter sessions, including the BSL Taster sessions and the vital Deaf and DeafBlind Awareness training. These sessions are crucial for building communication skills and fostering greater understanding within our wider community.

I look forward to welcoming you into one of our classes soon!

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