Entry requirements
There are no formal entry qualifications required for this course.
Why take this course?
This course will introduce you to British Sign Language, and provide you with a good base knowledge.
What you will experience
You will start to learn to use BSL to for establishing social and business relations, and for communicating information, pleasure and vocational needs in informal and formal, everyday and vocational situations.
Topics and skills include:
- Exchanging personal information with BSL users
- Obtaining and providing goods and services
- How to understand simple presentations in a range of situations
Key Facts
Everything you need to know before booking this course.
Opportunities
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.
Education at NESCol
Learners can progress to British Sign Language SCQF Level 4:
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Mark Dawson
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