BECOME A BSL INTERPRETER WITH REMARK!

Signature Level 6 Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting - BSL/English

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of our groundbreaking British Sign Language (BSL) interpreting course, set to commence in September 2024. At Remark!, we believe in fostering a world where communication knows no boundaries, and our latest initiative is a testament to that commitment.

What makes our course different?

• The course is led by Remark!, a Deaf-led organisation and our aim will be to deliver highly proficient interpreters.

• We have several international experts who will deliver guest lectures.

• The course will primarily be delivered through BSL.

COURSE TEACHERS

Andy van Niekerk, Annie O’Shea (PGCHE, RSLI, CAVA) and guest teachers, including Professor Vermeerbergen from KU Leuven University in Belgium, and Debra Russel, honorary president of the World Association for Sign Language Interpreters (WASLI).

ASSESSMENT AND INTERVIEW DAY 

1-1 interviews will be available at Remark!. Alternatively these can be facilitated via ZOOM where necessary. Contact us now to book yours.

£115, non-refundable deposit is required to book a spot for the Interview Day. This is not returned in the event you are not offered a place on the course, but written feedback will be given.

The times for the course will be 11am – 5pm, Fridays and Saturdays as follows:

PART 1 

• January 24th / 25th, 2025

• February 21st / 22nd, 2025

• March 28th / 29th, 2025

• April 25th / 26th, 2025

• May 23rd / 24th, 2025

• July 4th / 5th, 2025 

• August 15th / 16th, 2025

• September 12th / 13th, 2025

• October 10th / 11th, 2025

PART 2 

• September 12th / 13th, 2025

• October 10th / 11th, 2025

• November 14th / 15th, 2025

• January 16th / 17th, 2026

• February 13th / 14th, 2026

• March 13th / 14th, 2026

• April 10th / 11th, 2026

• May 8th / 9th, 2026

• June 12th / 13th, 2026

• July 10th / 11th, 2026

• GRADUATION – End of September 2026, contingent upon receiving results from Signature.

ASSESSMENTS

The Signature Interpreting Diploma (see here for the full specification) is divided into two Parts, which are commonly viewed as a theoretical and practical part. Part 1 has 5 assessments and Part 2 has 12 assessments.

Part 1 Assessments

• A 3,000-word essay or 30 minutes structured BSL.

• A business plan that outlines how you will manage your interpreting.

• A glossary within a specific domain of your choice e.g., legal.

• 4 preparations for interpreting assignments. These should 2,000 words or 20 minutes structured BSL.

• A professional development plan that has SMART goals and covers a minimum period of 6 months.

Part 2 Assessments

• Assessments 1 - 6 are internally assessed. These are video recorded and must be at least 15 minutes in duration, and includes both consecutive and simultaneous interpreting. Assessments 3 - 6 also require a critical analysis of 2,000 words each.

• Assessments 7 - 12 are externally assessed.

• Assessments 7 - 9 cover simultaneous and consecutive interpreting.

• Assessment 10 is a remote assessment.

• Assessments 11 and 12 are translations from an English text to BSL and from BSL to written English respectively.

FEES

Part 1 - £3,495

Part 2 - £3,895

Payment plans are available.       

All costs inclusive of VAT and exam fees.