Why Choose Remark! For Your BSL Training?
Our training department offers British Sign Language (BSL) courses from Level 1 (beginner) to Level 6 (advanced). We also offer diploma courses in sign language interpreting, which will allow you register with the NRCPD as a Registered Sign Language Interpreter (RSLI).
We offer a unique learning experience where you will be immersed in Deaf culture with native BSL users at our modern and quirky office. Our London office is at 18 Leather Lane, near Farringdon.
All of our BSL teachers and assessors are Deaf, native BSL users. This means our students benefit from a real and native insight into the Deaf community and its language.
We’ve been doing what we do for nearly 20 years, which has allowed us to design and deliver courses that integrate both practical and theoretical elements of learning.
We offer both Signature and iBSL accredited qualifications.
We also deliver Deaf Awareness training, which is popular with organisations that have Deaf or hard of hearing employees. Deaf Awareness training can help facilitate better communication between Deaf/hard of hearing and hearing employees within the organisation.
Our excellent pass rates and positive student feedback demonstrates the quality our BSL training. We want you to have the best learning experience possible so start your BSL journey with us today!
Frequently Asked Questions:
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We recommend you try our FREE BSL class, then if you enjoy the session you can enrol on one of our BSL Level 1 courses for beginners.
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Short answer: Four. Here at Remark! we hold classes for BSL Level 1, BSL Level 2, BSL Level 3 and BSL Level 6.
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No, American Sign Language is quite different to British Sign Language. They are distinct languages. In fact, whereas American and British English are mutually intelligible, ASL and BSL are not mutually intelligible.
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Each student has their own learning pace. We would say on average it takes 3-4 years to become fluent (BSL Level 6) based upon learning 3 hours a week.
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Yes, however due to the inherent nature of BSL being a 3D language, we would always recommend learning face to face with a Deaf teacher when you can.
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You can read all about the progression route and what qualifications you need to become a BSL/English Interpreter here.
UPCOMING COURSES
FREE British Sign Language class
The free class lasts for 2 hours and you will learn some basic signs some background on the Deaf community and ask questions to our Remarkable Deaf BSL Teachers.
BSL Foundation
Introducing our brand new Foundation British Sign Language courses. Are you interested in learning BSL, but can't commit to long courses? Do you find that full courses are just a little bit out of your price range?
Level 1 Certificate in British Sign Language
This qualification is designed to enable learners to develop their skills to communicate with Deaf people using British Sign Language (BSL) in a range of everyday situations
Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language
Communicate with Deaf people using BSL in a range of everyday situations. This will allow learners to participate in longer and more varied conversations than at Level 1.
Level 3 Certificate in British Sign Language
This qualification is designed to enable learners to communicate and understand with Deaf people on a range of topics that include varied British Sign Language (BSL) in a range of work and social situations.
Level 6 Certificate in British Sign Language
During this course learners will revise and reinforce their existing vocabulary of BSL signs, at the same time acquiring new vocabulary including some regional variations and grammatical principles.
Deaf Awareness
Deaf Awareness training is one of our most popular workshops with both corporate clients and individuals. Our bespoke Deaf Awareness training packages are fun and interactive.
iBSL level 6 BSL/English Interpreting Diploma
This course is suitable for people who hold a Level 6 qualification in British Sign Language. You will be able to register as Trainee Sign Language Interpreter (TSLI) upon successful completion of the first year of the course.
Continuing Professional Development workshops
Professional CPD Courses to ensure BSL interpreters can continuously develop and are prepared for different domains and situations.