Level 3 Certificate in British Sign Language
This qualification is designed to build upon the grammar and vocabulary learnt in Levels 1 and 2. Learners will be able to understand and use varied BSL in a range of work and social situations.
The course is delivered over 95 hours and aims to give students intermediate BSL skills that can be used to pursue a job working with BSL users, or to join in with more in-depth conversations with the Deaf community.
About the course
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We follow the specifications set out by Signature - our awarding body.
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LO1 - Presentation
Use receptive and productive skills to engage in varied social interactions.
LO2 - Conversation
Maintain fluency, grammatical accuracy and coherence in sustained contributions containing varied language.
LO3 - Receptive
Understand sustained signed communication containing varied language.
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Lessons are taught using a range of techniques:
vocabulary repetition
games
pair work
group work
practice conversations
practice presentations
watching videos
written homework
Sessions are taught predominantly in BSL with English used only where necessary for clarification.
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There are three assessments, one for each unit.
LO1 is a formal presentation by the student that is filmed.
LO2 is an informal conversation between the student and teacher that is filmed.
LO3 is a receptive video to watch and answer questions.
All assessments are sent to be marked by a Signature assessor.
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Students are required to have successfully completed the Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language or demonstrate ability to Level 2 standard. Hearing students are required to have a reasonable standard of written and spoken English.
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Students who successfully pass the Level 2 assessments can progress on to the Level 4 Certificate or Level 6 Diploma.
