British Sign Language (BSL): Guide

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Learning BSL

BSL Courses

One can learn BSL through accredited courses that are delivered by a number of providers, including colleges, schools and private companies.  BSL courses start at beginner stage (Level 1) and progress to Level 2, Level 3, Level 4 and Level 6, the highest level.  Courses vary in length and frequency, with some courses delivered in class by a BSL teacher/tutor, or online.  Courses are designed for students to learn the vocabulary, grammar and syntax of BSL in order to communicate with BSL-users.  An online search will provide a list of course providers locally, or give details of online courses.  Costs for the different levels vary, as does the quality of the teaching.

 

Learning BSL

Signature with almost 40 years experience, is the leading awarding body for deaf communication qualifications in the UK.  You can find a BSL Centre near you by using their search engine, type in your post code and it will come up with a list of BSL Centres by distance.

 

British-Sign.co.uk   You can learn BSL in your own time at home by accessing tools and resources on this website.

 

BSL Resources  Browse the dictionary of BSL signs by clicking on a word below.  You can return to this page by clicking a letter on the alphabet menu.

 

Signstation  is a website devoted to those who want to learn more about British Sign Language.

 

Signworld  is an online website for learning and teaching British Sign Language.