Level 3 British Sign Language Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby College, part-time during the day over 35 weeks. You'll need a BSL Level 2 Certificate through Signature or iBSL to join. Good attendance is essential, and you'll also need to commit to at least 100 hours of study outside class. The course develops your signing skills to a level that opens doors in communication support, interpreting, and related roles in adult social care.
Who this course is for
Accredited by Signature, the UK's leading award body for Sign Language qualifications, this is the ideal qualification for anyone who wants to use BSL more confidently in everyday situations and to explore new career opportunities. Successful completion of this qualification can support you to become a Communication Support Worker or to work towards becoming a BSL interpreter. A note on course fees:We are offering this qualification at a very competitive price of £1,000.You will need to pay a £276 non-refundable deposit at enrolment.There are a variety of ways to pay the remaining £724, including through an Advanced Learner Loan or direct debits spread across the duration of the course.
Entry requirements
Learners must hold a BSL Level 2 Certificate through Signature or iBSL.Good attendance and a commitment to a minimum of 100 hours out-of-class study is essential to complete this qualification successfully.
What you will learn
You'll develop fluency in BSL to communicate in a wide range of everyday and professional contexts.
You'll learn to produce and understand complex BSL vocabulary and grammar.
You'll practise receptive skills, understanding signing from a range of signers.
You'll develop expressive skills, producing clear and accurate BSL.
You'll apply your BSL in contexts relevant to communication support work.
You'll build the skills needed to progress toward BSL interpreter training.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered face to face at Derby College. You'll learn through interactive BSL practice, tutor-led sessions, and peer activities in the classroom. A minimum of 100 hours of study outside class is required to complete the qualification successfully. Assessment is through Signature, the awarding body for this british sign language qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Derby College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Communication Support Worker: support deaf students or clients in education and care settings.
BSL Teaching Assistant: assist in classrooms where BSL is used.
Deaf Support Worker: provide communication support in social care.
Community Interpreter (trainee): a step toward qualified BSL interpreting work.
Deaf Awareness Trainer: deliver BSL and deaf awareness sessions to organisations.
What you could study next
Level 6 Certificate in BSL (Signature): the qualification route toward becoming a registered BSL interpreter with the National Registers of Communication Professionals.
Level 4 Award in BSL: deepens your skills and can support more advanced communication support roles.
NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning: useful if you're moving into education-based communication support work.
