Level 6 Certificate in British Sign Language (BSL) - In Person

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 develop 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 for a place on the course. There are 10 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 and times:

Starting in September 2026

Saturdays 10am - 5pm

Sundays 10am - 4pm

• September 26th & 27th 

• October 24th & 25th

• November 21st & 22nd 

• December 19th & 20th

• January 2027 23rd & 24th

• February 27th & 28th 

• March 27th & 28th

• April 24th & 25th

• May 22nd & 23rd 

• June 26th & 27th

• July 24th & 25th 

  
  

Assessment dates

• TBC

Refreshments are available for purchase at this location.

Informal Interview £20 non refundable

(30 minutes)

Date tbc

Course fee

£2,300 (+ service fee)

Monthly payment option:

£300 deposit

£200 monthly instalments x 10

If you wish to pay via monthly instalments please email AlfietalkinghandsBSL@gmail.com for further instructions.

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

How to book

Please email AlfietalkinghandsBSL@gmail.com to register interest.