Level 6 Certificate in British Sign Language (BSL)

The Signature Accredited Level 6 Certificate in BSL meets the learning needs of those who already have competence in Level 3 and/or Level 4 BSL and are interested in developing their skills and knowledge. The learner will be able to understand and use varied BSL in a range of work and social situations. The learner will devlop an advanced knowledge of the structure and function of British Sign Language and an understanding of the deaf community and deaf culture.

There will be an informal online interview in August with Gavin Lilley and Caroline Palmer for a place on the course. 

There are 12 places on the course.

The learner must demonstrate both receptive and productive BSL skills at Level 6, and in all of the 8 topics that make up this qualification.

Topics:

1. Medicine

2. Education

3. Employment & Business

4. Finance

5. Politics & Law

6. Society

7. Media

8. Science & Technology

Assessment Specification:

1. Informal one-to-one discussion (persuasive) 15 mins

2. Informal group debate (eristic) 15 mins

3. Formal group meeting (negotiation) 15 mins

4. Formal discussion (critical) 15 mins

5. Formal presentation (inquiry) 15 mins

6. Receptive skills exam 120 mins

Course dates:

Saturdays 10am - 5pm

Sundays 10am - 4pm 

• 2nd & 3rd September 2023
• 7th & 8th October
• 4th & 5th November
• 2nd & 3rd December
• 6th & 7th January 2024
• 3rd & 4th February 
• 2nd & 3rd March
• 6th & 7th April
• 4th & 5th May
• 1st & 2nd June
• 6th & 7th July 

Assessments dates

• TBC

Course fee

£2,100 all inclusive

A deposit of £100 is required to secure your place which will be taken off the course fee.

Payment options

Option 1 - pay the course fee in full

Option 2 - pay 10 monthly payments of £200 made via bank transfer to the following account:

Name: Mrs CJ Palmer

Account number: 12828119

Sort code: 07-04-36

Booking

If you'd like to book or have any questions about this course, please email talkinghandsbsl@gmail.com