Raising Awareness in England and Wales
Intensive CACDP Level One Course for Businesses and Organisations
Are you keen to promote a positive and caring image for your organisation? 1:7 people in the UK are deaf or hard of hearing and many use British Sign Language as a preferred means of communication. This is potentially a significant portion of your client base.
We
can offer an Intensive Level One course in British Sign Language leading
to a nationally recognised, CACDP qualification. BSL level 1 is usually
taught over a year for two hours a week but we have found that the intensive
format often leads to exceptional results and gives a bigger sense of
achievement to those involved.
The course is taught over 50 - 60 hours and can be taught in blocks, weekly days, half days or alternative arrangements can be tailored to suit your requirements.
The course is for a maximum of 14 students. Typically the tuition will take place at your premises. If this is not suitable then we can book a venue for you.
Unit 101 - Introduction to BSL:
- Fingerspelling
- Numbers, dates and time
- Exchanging personal information
- Weather
- Transport and directions
Unit 102 - Conversational BSL:
- Describing people, animals and objects
- Interests and Activities
Unit 103 - BSL at Work:
- Exchanging information about work/college
- Refreshments
Each unit will be assessed. The assessments involve a conversation with the tutor that will be videoed with the tape then being sent off to CACDP for marking/validation. These will take place during the course.
If all three assessments are passed then the candidate will receive the Level 1 Certificate in BSL. If someone is unsuccessful in passing one of the units, they can will be able to take the unit again at a later date.
Once
completed, participants will have a substantial vocabulary of signs and
be confident at initiating everyday conversations with Deaf sign language
users.
British Sign Language is a highly visual and expressive language. Employees who learn to sign not only present a very positive image for your organisation but also develop communication skills that are invaluable on a personal level.
The course will cost £1760 plus tutors' travel expenses and assessment fees (£46/person). The cost of the course will include the provision of comprehensive handouts to students. No VAT is charged.
To book or for further information please fill in a booking/enquiry form or email post@sense-ability.co.uk