What you will learn?
Understand and use a range of simple BSL vocabulary
Introduce yourself and engage in basic conversation
Follow and sign common questions and responses
Demonstrate awareness of BSL structure and Deaf culture
About this course
Unlock the power of communication with ‘BSL Level 1’, an
engaging video-based course from Sign2Go designed for beginners. Whether you
are looking to communicate with Deaf friends, support inclusivity in the
workplace or start learning new professional skills, this course offers a solid
foundation in British Sign Language (BSL).
Through clear, practical video lessons led by qualified Deaf
tutors, you will develop confidence in using everyday signs, understanding
fingerspelling and holding simple conversations. Topics include basic
greetings, numbers, weather, colours, family and many more, equipping you to
interact in real-life situations.
Our flexible, self-paced format means you can learn
anywhere, anytime. Each module includes visual demonstrations and interactive
practice. You will also gain cultural insights into the Deaf community and the
importance of visual language.
Suggested by top companies
Top companies suggest this course to their employees and staff.
Requirements
Beginners with no prior knowledge of BSL
Teachers, carers, healthcare workers, and customer service professionals
Anyone interested in learning to communicate inclusively
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In this introduction, we will talk about what to expect from the course and how the video class structure works.
Learn A to Z.
Learn basic greetings.
Learn different signs for cities across the UK. If a city is not listed, please ask your tutor in your tutorial.
Learn different signs for countries around the world. If a country is not listed, please ask your tutor in your tutorial.
Learn and understand the differences between BSL grammar and English grammar. Once you have learnt all the topics and practiced, please book a tutorial with your tutor.
Learn numbers 0 to 100.
Learn different times, including clock times, days of the week, and months and celebrations throughout the year. If something is not listed, please ask your tutor in your tutorial.
Learn ages and money. Once you have learnt all the topics and practiced, please book a tutorial with your tutor.
Learn colours.
Learn signs to show emotions - and try and include facial expressions!
Learn weather vocabulary.
Learn the structure of BSL. Once you have learnt all the topics and practiced, please book a tutorial with your tutor.
Learn family and friends vocabulary.
Learn pets and animals vocabulary.
Learn how to use BSL structure to describe family and/or pets. Once you have learnt all the topics and practiced, please book a tutorial with your tutor.
Learn transport vocabulary.
Learn directions to describe movement inside, this could be in your home or at your place of work.
Learn directions to describe movement outside, this could be from your home to the shops or from your home to work.
Learn compound signs. Can you think of some more compound signs? Share these with your tutor in your tutorial.
Learn directional verbs. Can you think of some more directional verbs? Share these with your tutor in your tutorial. Once you have learnt all the topics and practiced, please book a tutorial with your tutor.
Learn daily life vocabulary.
Learn signs relating to jobs. If a sign is not listed, please ask your tutor in your tutorial.
Learn food and drink vocabulary. If a sign is not listed, please ask your tutor in your tutorial.
Learn how to use BSL structure to sign about daily life, including food and drinks. Once you have learnt all the topics and practiced, please book a tutorial with your tutor.
Learn hobbies and sports vocabulary.
Learn how to use BSL structure to sign about hobbies and sports, including when we do them and where. Once you have learnt all the topics and practiced, please book a tutorial with your tutor.
Congratulations on completing your ‘BSL Level 1’ course! Please email the Sign2Go team if you would like to complete your exam or progress to the Level 2 course. Email address – farah@sign2go.co.uk
For your final task, you’ll bring together the skills you’ve developed throughout the course by recording a short BSL presentation. In a video (1–2 minutes), you should:
• Introduce yourself (name, age, where you’re from)
• Talk about your daily routine or a recent day
• Mention your hobbies or interests
• Describe a family member or pet
• Comment on the weather or a recent celebration
Use full sentences, appropriate facial expressions, and a range of vocabulary covered in the course. This is your chance to demonstrate your confidence, clarity, and understanding of BSL Level 1. Submit your video through the course platform to receive personalised feedback and your completion certificate.
