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Certificate in British Sign Language (BSL) Level 1 & 2 Overview
Start your journey towards confident communication with the Certificate in British Sign Language (BSL) Level 1 & 2. This comprehensive online BSL course is designed to help learners develop essential British Sign Language skills, improve Deaf awareness, and communicate more effectively with BSL users in everyday, educational, care, customer service and workplace settings.
Whether you are a complete beginner, a parent, carer, teacher, support worker, healthcare professional, customer service assistant or someone who wants to make communication more inclusive, this British Sign Language course provides a practical and accessible route into learning BSL from the basics through to more confident everyday conversations. As British Sign Language continues to gain recognition across the UK, learning BSL can help you support Deaf and hard-of-hearing people more respectfully and confidently. This course introduces you to core BSL vocabulary, fingerspelling, numbers, greetings, family signs, colours, directions, transport, hobbies, emotions, jobs, daily routines and more.
Throughout the course, you will learn how to:
- Understand the basics of British Sign Language and Deaf communication
- Use BSL fingerspelling from A to Z with confidence
- Exchange personal information using simple BSL signs
- Introduce yourself and communicate basic details in BSL
- Use signs for family, numbers, time, calendar, money and colours
- Communicate about transport, weather, directions, hobbies and sports
- Describe people, clothing, animals, food and drink using BSL
- Develop Level 2 BSL vocabulary for jobs, homes, routines and emotions
- Use non-manual features, questions, affirmative and negative signs
- Build confidence for real-life BSL conversations and inclusive communication
This online British Sign Language Level 1 and Level 2 course is suitable for beginners and learners who want to improve their BSL skills step by step. It is ideal for anyone who wants to communicate more inclusively and gain a valuable skill for personal, professional or community use.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this Certificate in British Sign Language (BSL) Level 1 & 2 course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the purpose and importance of British Sign Language in inclusive communication.
- Use BSL fingerspelling accurately for names, places and basic information.
- Introduce themselves and exchange personal details using simple BSL signs.
- Recognise and use signs for family members, numbers, time, calendar dates and money.
- Communicate using everyday BSL vocabulary related to colours, transport, weather and directions.
- Apply BSL signs for hobbies, interests, sports, clothing, animals, food and drink.
- Understand the role of facial expression, body language and non-manual features in BSL.
- Use Level 2 BSL vocabulary related to jobs, buildings, home life, routines and emotions.
- Build confidence in asking and answering simple questions in British Sign Language.
- Improve Deaf awareness and communicate with greater respect, patience and inclusion.
Who is This Course For?
This British Sign Language Level 1 & 2 course is ideal for:
- Beginners who want to learn British Sign Language online
- Teachers, teaching assistants and school support staff
- SEN teaching assistants and learning support assistants
- Parents, carers and family members of Deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals
- Healthcare, social care and childcare professionals
- Customer service, retail and hospitality staff
- Receptionists, front-desk staff and public-facing employees
- Volunteers and community workers
- Anyone interested in Deaf awareness and inclusive communication
- Learners who want to build a useful communication skill for work or personal development
Why Enrol in This British Sign Language Course?
This Certificate in British Sign Language (BSL) Level 1 & 2 is designed to help learners gain practical BSL knowledge through clear, flexible and beginner-friendly online training. It supports learners who want to communicate more confidently with Deaf and hard-of-hearing people while improving their awareness of inclusive communication.
Benefits of this course:
- CPD Accredited BSL Training
- Covers British Sign Language Level 1 and Level 2 Topics
- 100% Online and Self-Paced Learning
- Beginner-Friendly Course Content
- Practical Everyday BSL Vocabulary
- Flexible Study from Mobile, Tablet or Desktop
- Useful for Education, Care, Customer Service and Public-Facing Roles
- Supports Deaf Awareness and Inclusive Communication Skills
Career Opportunities
Completing this Certificate in British Sign Language (BSL) Level 1 & 2 course can open the door to a variety of roles where inclusive communication, Deaf awareness, and basic BSL skills are highly valuable. These skills are especially useful in education, healthcare, social care, customer service, childcare, community support, and public-facing workplace settings.
Potential career opportunities include:
› Teaching Assistant
Support pupils in the classroom and communicate more effectively with Deaf or hard-of-hearing learners.
Average salary: £18,000 to £25,000
› SEN Teaching Assistant
Assist children with special educational needs and support inclusive learning environments.
Average salary: £18,000 to £26,000
› Learning Support Assistant
Provide one-to-one or group support for learners who need additional help with communication and classroom participation.
Average salary: £17,000 to £24,000
› Care Assistant
Use basic BSL awareness to improve communication with Deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals in care settings.
Average salary: £18,000 to £24,000
› Support Worker
Support individuals in daily living, education, community access, and social care environments.
Average salary: £19,000 to £27,000
› Healthcare Assistant
Improve patient communication and provide more inclusive support in healthcare environments.
Average salary: £20,000 to £26,000
› Childcare Assistant
Support children’s learning, wellbeing, and communication in nurseries, childcare centres, and early years settings.
Average salary: £16,000 to £24,000
› Customer Service Assistant
Use BSL knowledge to provide more accessible and inclusive service in retail, reception, hospitality, and public-facing roles.
Average salary: £18,000 to £25,000
› Community Support Worker
Help individuals access services, activities, and community resources while promoting inclusive communication.
Average salary: £20,000 to £28,000
› Volunteer Support Worker
Support Deaf awareness projects, charities, community groups, and inclusive events.
Average salary: Volunteer-based or entry-level paid opportunities
Please note: This course helps learners build foundation-level BSL knowledge and communication confidence. It does not qualify learners as professional BSL interpreters, but it can support further study and improve employability in inclusive support roles.
Entry Requirements
Age Requirement: Learners should be aged 16 or above.
Academic Background: There are no formal academic requirements for this course.
Language Proficiency: A basic understanding of English is helpful for following the course instructions.
Practical Commitment: Regular practice is recommended to improve signing fluency and confidence.
Device Requirement: Learners will need access to a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer with internet connection.
Why Choose Us?
- Affordable, engaging and high-quality online learning materials
- Beginner-friendly British Sign Language training
- Flexible study through a user-friendly online learning platform
- Access course content from mobile, tablet or desktop
- Self-paced learning suitable for busy learners
- Efficient assessment and course completion process
- CPD accredited certificate included
- Career development and personal skill-building opportunities
- Helpful student support via email
Certification
At the end of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. After successfully completing the final test, you will get a CPD-accredited Certificate of Achievement. The PDF Certificate is priced at £9.99 and will be emailed to you immediately. Also, a printed hardcopy certificate can be purchased for £17.99 and will be sent to your address by post.
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is designed to teach British Sign Language communication skills from beginner to intermediate level. It covers essential vocabulary, fingerspelling, grammar, everyday conversation, and inclusive communication techniques.
No prior experience is required. The course is beginner-friendly and starts with the basics before progressing to more advanced Level 2 concepts.
This includes learning the BSL alphabet, spelling names and words, sentence structure, handshapes, facial expression use, and common grammar patterns used in sign language.
Yes. The course is highly suitable for teachers, classroom assistants, managers, and professionals who want to communicate more inclusively.
No. This course is designed for learning BSL communication skills and professional development. Interpreter roles usually require advanced specialist qualifications.
