British Sign Language Classes

A pupil receiving British Sign Language lessons with the Deaf Studies Tutor
An MSP receiving a British Sign Language lesson at the Scottish Parliament. BSL Tutor giving British Sign Language (BSL) lessons to a pupil. Young people communicating using BSL

British Sign Language Classes

British Sign Language (BSL) is the first or preferred language of many Deaf people in the UK. It is a language of space and movement using the hands, body, face and head. Many hearing people also use BSL, meaning it is used more than Welsh or Gaelic.

The Programme of BSL Courses that we will be running during 2012-2013 are:

This class is for anyone who wishes to learn the basics of British Sign Language, no previous experience is necessary. Certified by Donaldson's School this weekly 2 hour class runs for 10 weeks, and is delivered by a qualified BSL Tutor. The class fee is £150 in total. However it has been approved by ILA Scotland for funding should applicants be eligible.

Starts:  Thursday 14 March - Thursday 30 May between 6.30-8.30pm

If you are interested in applying for either of the Introduction to BSL courses then please complete and return the application form to us.

This class is designed for students who have completed Donaldson's Introduction to British Sign Language course or have a basic facility with BSL.  Fully accredited by Signature this weekly 2.5hr class runs for 26 weeks in total, and is delivered by a qualified BSL Tutor. Students will be able to communicate with Deaf people and BSL users using simple everyday language over a range of common topics.

The fee for this course is £370, this price includes all course and examination fees. Please note that this course has been approved by ILA Scotland and you may be eligible for funding. Download the course application form for further information.

Starts: Tuesday 20th November, 6.30pm - 9pm every Tuesday until 11 June 2013. (* FULLY BOOKED *)

Starts:  Thursday 22nd November, 6.30pm - 9pm every Thursday until 13 June 2013. (* FULLY BOOKED *)

If you are interested in applying for the BSL Level 1 course then please complete and return the application form to us.

The course information for BSL level 2 is still to be announced.

We also hope to run further BSL classes throughout the year, so if you are interested in learning BSL and you are unable to make any of the above courses then please check our website regularly or register for our 'I'm interested in Donaldson's training courses' e-newsletter so we can let you know when the next course starts.

"Today was one of the proudest days.  Signing (to the Head of Deaf Studies) and being able to understand what was said in return."

"Most enjoyable - fantastic Tutor"

Feedback received from the Introduction to BSL Class

 

"The BSL course was amazing last night and can't wait until next week.  We had fun showing the other kids when we got home and our son was impressed with our colour signing. Thanks again for your help and support, we will look forward to every Wednesday."

Parent of Donaldson's pupil attending BSL Classes for the first time

  • 01506 841900
  • Textphone/Minicom 01506 841902
  • Donaldson's, Preston Road,
    Linlithgow, West Lothian, EH49 6HZ