BSL Training for Workplace – CPD Certified | Live Zoom Class [Business Customers Only]

Description

This course will help you and your employees gain the necessary vocabulary, grammar, and conversational abilities from our qualified instructors. Additionally, our interactive lessons and hands-on activities will improve your BSL proficiency and comprehension.

This Course At A Glance

• Live Zoom classes with an expert BSL tutor, Adam Linsdell.
• Gain an extensive understanding of deaf awareness.
• Acquire knowledge of several commonly used vocabulary words.
• CPD Accredited certificates are recognized by employers and professional organisations.
• Enhance your communication skills through practical exercises.

BSL Training Course Overview

This BSL training course, CPD certified workplace oriented classes, is an immersive 18-hour duration (3 hours per week) course designed to enhance your communication skills with deaf colleagues and customers in a specific workplace setting. This comprehensive program will equip you with the necessary tools to establish effective interactions and bridge the communication gap.

Throughout the course, you will learn essential vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills in British Sign Language (BSL). Additionally, you will gain insights into deaf culture and develop a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with hearing impairments in the workplace. By the end of this course, you will be able to confidently communicate using BSL and contribute to a more inclusive and accessible work environment.

BSL Training for Workplace, Autumn 2023

Please book your place in advance

Weekly via Zoom Online Live Class. You can attend the class online from home/workplace.

Day & Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm (Thursday, 2 hours per week)

Class Starts: October 26, 2023 – January 04, 2024

Venue: Zoom Online

Teacher: Adam Linsdell

Who should take this course?

BSL for the Workplace is perfect for individuals, employees, large or small businesses. Those who are seeking to improve their communication with deaf colleagues and customers in their professional environment can opt for this course. Whether you work in health and healthcare, retail and shopping, hospitality, cultural settings, or public services, this course will provide you with the skills needed to connect and engage with the deaf community.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completing the BSL for the Workplace course, participants will achieve the following learning outcomes:

• Learn fingerspelling alphabets and words with accuracy
• Develop simple conversations and confidently ask questions on a range of everyday topics
• Fostering meaningful interactions with deaf colleagues and customers.
• Demonstrate basic vocabulary related to various topics, allowing for effective expression of ideas and needs.
• Discover workplace-specific vocabularies relevant to their professional setting
• Help you engage in specialised conversations and enhance workplace communication.

Invest in your communication skills and create an inclusive workplace environment. Enrol in a BSL training course CPD certified workplace oriented classes today and unlock new opportunities for effective communication with the deaf community.

Course Curriculum

Greetings

Learn essential BSL greetings to initiate conversations and create a welcoming atmosphere. These greetings include basic phrases such as “hello,” “good morning,” “how are you?” and more which are essential for establishing rapport and building relationships with deaf individuals.

The BSL Alphabet and Fingerspelling

Master the BSL alphabet and develop the ability to fingerspell words accurately, enabling effective communication of names, technical terms, and unfamiliar vocabulary. This skill is particularly useful in situations where there may be unfamiliar vocabulary or technical terms that need to be spelled out.

Meeting People / Questions

Enhance your conversational skills by learning how to introduce yourself, engage in small talk, and ask questions in BSL. These skills will allow you to confidently interact with Deaf individuals and create meaningful connections. Additionally, understanding how to ask questions in BSL will enable you to gather information and participate actively in conversations.

Numbers and Number Related Vocabulary

Acquire the knowledge to express age, money, and dates accurately in BSL, enabling seamless interactions in various contexts. Mastering numbers and number-related vocabulary in BSL will also help you navigate everyday situations such as shopping, making appointments, and discussing schedules. Being able to accurately express age, money, and dates will enhance your ability to communicate effectively and independently in the Deaf community.

Transport / Travel

Explore BSL vocabulary related to transportation and travel, enabling you to provide clear directions and discuss travel arrangements. You will learn signs for different modes of transportation such as cars, buses, trains, and aeroplanes, as well as how to ask for and give directions. Additionally, you will be able to discuss travel plans, including booking tickets and discussing itineraries.

Telling the Time / Calendar

Develop proficiency in expressing time and discussing calendar events in BSL, ensuring effective scheduling and time management. You will also become familiar with discussing different calendar events such as birthdays, holidays, and appointments. This will enable you to effectively manage your schedule and plan your activities accordingly.

Weather

Expand your vocabulary to discuss weather conditions, enabling you to engage in casual conversations and make relevant inquiries. This skill will also allow you to understand weather forecasts and prepare for any upcoming changes in the weather.

Colours

Learn the BSL signs for various colours, facilitating discussions about visual elements and enhancing your ability to describe objects accurately. This knowledge will enable you to express yourself more effectively and engage in a wider range of conversations.

Describing People

Develop the skills to describe individuals’ appearance and characteristics in BSL, allowing you to effectively communicate observations and share information. This skill will not only enhance your ability to interact with deaf individuals but also improve your overall communication skills. Additionally, being able to describe people accurately in BSL can help you navigate social situations and build stronger connections with others.

Directions

Master directional vocabulary in BSL, empowering you to provide clear instructions and navigate through spaces confidently. This skill will also boost your confidence when navigating unfamiliar spaces, as you will have the ability to clearly communicate directions and understand them yourself.

Workplace-Specific Vocabulary

Discover workplace-specific vocabulary tailored to your professional setting, such as health and healthcare, retail and shopping, hospitality, cultural settings, and public services. Use this vocabulary to develop simple conversations and strengthen your workplace communication skills.