Level 1 British Sign Language Course in Camden. Evening british sign language classes run at City Lit, on Keeley Street. The course runs over 22 weeks, part-time, so you can fit it around work or other commitments. You'll develop the skills to communicate with Deaf people using BSL, covering vocabulary, grammar, and everyday conversation. A year's subscription to Signworld is included in the fee. This is a level 1 british sign language qualification accredited by Signature.
Who this course is for
Please check the CityLit website for details.
Entry requirements
Please check the City Lit website for details.
What you will learn
You'll use BSL vocabulary for everyday topics including greetings, family, work, and numbers.
You'll apply BSL grammar and sentence structure in signed conversations.
You'll understand and produce fingerspelling accurately.
You'll hold basic two-way conversations with Deaf and hearing BSL users.
You'll recognise Deaf culture and the role of BSL within the Deaf community.
How you will learn
Classes are face-to-face at City Lit's Keeley Street centre. You'll learn through interactive signed practice, tutor demonstration, and group activities. Assessment for the Signature Level 1 Award includes a formal practical assessment. If you prefer to study without a formal final assessment, the centre can arrange this, and you'll still receive a certificate of attendance.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City Lit will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Communication support worker. Assist Deaf people in education or workplace settings.
Teaching assistant. Support Deaf or hearing-impaired pupils in school.
Care assistant. Communicate more effectively with Deaf service users.
Receptionist or customer-facing role. Serve Deaf customers with basic BSL.
Community interpreter (trainee). A first step toward BSL interpreting work.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in British Sign Language. The natural next step after Level 1, building fluency and expanding your range of topics and contexts.
Level 3 Award in British Sign Language. Moves toward more advanced communication and is often required for roles involving regular BSL use.
NVQ in Sign Language Interpreting. For those aiming to work professionally as a BSL interpreter.
