Signing for Wellbeing

<p>Are you looking for a new challenge?</p>

<p>Would you like to enhance your current job role or move into a new career?</p>

<p>Do you have or know someone with hearing loss? </p>

<p>British Sign Language (BSL) courses allow you to learn a dynamic new language, communicate with people in the vibrant Deaf community, and improve your employability skills.</p>

<p>We offer the following courses:</p>

<p>Introduction to British Sign Language will introduce you to basic signing and deaf awareness if you are a beginner.</p>

<p>British Sign Language Award Level 1 is ideal if you already have basic skills and you are ready to move on and gain a recognised qualification.</p>

<p>If you are a beginner, you do not need anything but curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new things. If you have the skills to progress to Levels 1 or 2, we will invite you to talk to a teacher to see which course would be the right one for you. </p>

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<ul>
<li>You will develop good communication skills and deaf awareness</li>
<li>You will develop skills highly valued by employers, and voluntary and community organisations</li>
<li>You will study in an adult environment with support from a dedicated teaching and Student Services Team</li>
<li>All the teachers are experts in their subject, fully qualified and experienced</li>
<li>We get excellent feedback from students.</li>
<li>You will have a FREE Microsoft Office 365 account</li>
</ul>

<p>Many students will be able to access financial support e.g., travel, childcare, course fees, resources</p>

<p>All sessions will be delivered face-to-face.</p>

<p>There will be a variety of activities including signing in pairs, memory games to help you learn new vocabulary, watching video clips and role plays.  You will have access to bespoke online resources. You will also seek opportunities to sign with other users of British Sign Language.</p>

<p>In addition, there may be online tutorials.</p>

<p>Learning Support is available if you have a learning disability, let us know on your application.</p>

<p>Assessment takes place throughout your study.  Regular monitoring of progress will help to identify any support you might need.</p>

<p>At the beginner’s level, your teacher will assess your skills at the end of your course. </p>

<p>At higher levels, you will take practical exams that will be recorded and sent to the Signature examining board for assessment to gain a nationally recognised qualification.</p>

<p>To be successful you will need to attend all the sessions and set aside some time outside of class to practice.</p>

<p>For many students the courses are free. Please contact Student Services to check eligibility.</p>

<p>You will need to supply your own writing materials such as pens, paper, and folders but you may be able to loan a laptop and MiFi to enable you to learn at home.</p>

<p>On successful completion and achievement of your exams:</p>

<ul>
<li>British Sign Language Level 1 Award</li>
</ul>

<p>At the end of our well-being and awareness courses, you will get an in-house certificate of achievement.</p>

<p>You may want to progress through our British Sign Language courses for your own use at home, work, or in the community.  If you progress to higher levels, there are the following employment opportunities associated with British Sign Language skills:</p>

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<p>British Sign Language Interpreter (£ variable)</p>

<p>British Sign Language Teacher (£ variable)</p>

<p>Communication Support Worker (£19,000 to £29,000)</p>

<p>Frontline Service jobs, such as Paramedic (£31,000 to £47,000)</p>

<p>For further information, careers, or educational advice contact our Student Services Team:</p>

<p>01902 558180 | <a href="mailto:enquiries@aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk" target="_blank">enquiries@aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk</a> | <a href="http://www.aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk/" target="_blank">www.aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk</a> </p>

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