Course summary This course is designed to enable learners to develop an ability to communicate with Deaf people and enable individuals and their friends/colleagues to become Deaf friendly This can be achieved through the understanding of lip speaking basic social BSL signs finger spelling skills and a broader knowledge of varying communication tactics. Topics which will be covered on the course are:Types of deafness and deaf-blindness deaf and deaf blind peoples preferred communication methods and the basic skills for communicating acceptable terminology societys attitude towards deafness how to avoid difficulties that affect deaf and deaf blind peoples access to communication and technical aids.What experience or skills do I need to join this course?No formal qualifications/previous experience required.What is the course about?On the course you will learn:How to use basic BSL social signs and finger spelling techniques in order to communicate with Deaf people in everyday situations How to understand the challenges of lip reading/lip speaking at a basic level How to improve communication and become Deaf friendly in all areas of lifeHow to understand Deaf community and culture and develop a wider perspective on the world of the DeafFor the first session you will need:Pen and paper (minimal amount of writing included in course)BSL is a visual language.Additional costs and/or resources: There are no additional costsHow will I know how I am getting on?Class activities including group paired work Feedback from your tutorAccreditation: N/AWhat can I do after this course?Deaf Awareness 10 week courseBritish Sign Language Level 1 Award
Name: Introduction to Deaf Awareness Qualification title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Other Languages, Literature and Culture Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20150717 12:13:51 Updated 20150717 12:13:51
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Leicestershire County Council
Further Education
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WANLIP LANE
WANLIP LANE
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LEICESTER
County:BIRSTALL
Title: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Other Languages, Literature and Culture Qualification: Non regulated Community Learning provision, Other Languages, Literature and Culture Classification: Languages, Literature and Culture