Level 1 British Sign Language ( BSL ) Course - In Person ( East Grinstead )

The Signature accredited Level 1 Award in British Sign Language (BSL) is a qualification desibned to teach learners to communicate with deaf people on a range of topics that involve simple, everyday language use. The learners will gain basic skills and confidence in production and reception of British Sign Language (BSL).

To achieve the Level 1 Award in British Sign Language (BSL), learners must pass all 3 units:

• BSL 101 - Introduction to BSL - Meeting people, Using numbers, Weather, Transport & Directions (5 minute assessment)

• BSL 102 - Conversational BSL - Describing People, animals & objects, Using numbers, Interests & activities, Food & Drink

  (4-5 minute assessment)

• BSL 103 - Communicate in BSL about Everyday Life - Getting around, Sharing information, Weather & Using numbers

  (4-5 minute assessment)

The Level 1 Award is suitable for those who:

• want to learn basic language skills to communicate simple conversations with deaf people

• want to learn new langauge skills as part of a programme of study

• want to progress to more advanced study and/or employment

• are studying for personal development

• are parents, family, friends, or colleagues of deaf people

Course dates

The course will be held on Thursdays from 6pm-8pm with Paula.

• 9th, 16th, 23rd October 2025 (27th half term)

• 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th November 

• 4th, 11th, 18th December (22nd & 29th half term)

• 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th January 2026

• 5th, 12th, 26th February (16th half term)

• 5nd, 12th, 19th, 26th March (30th half term)

• 16th, 23rd, 30th April (6th bank holiday)

• 7th, 14th, 21st May (4th & 25th bank holiday)

• 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th June

Assessment dates

• 2nd July BSL 101 assessment

• 9th July BSL 102 assessment

• 16th July BSL 103 assessment

Course fee

£495 + online service fee

Monthly payment option

£95 deposit to reserve a place on the course (non refundable) followed by £40 monthly instalments x 10. Please use the ' Instalments & Deposits' button to secure your place and pay monthly.

How to book

Choose the number of places you require below and continue to the registration form. You'll be able to choose to pay by card or invoice if you prefer. If you have any questions about this course, please email talkinghandsbsl@gmail.com

Those who have deaf children can apply for funding, please go to Birkdale Trust or Ovingdean Hall Trust.