We offer a portfolio of qualifications in signed languages and other methods of communication with deaf and deafblind people. Our qualifications are nationally recognised and accredited by Ofqual (The Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator). All our qualifications are on the National Qualifications Framework, some are also on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).

All our qualifications are divided into manageable learning units, enabling flexible teaching and learning experiences. We offer qualifications from beginner to professional levels in a range of subjects including signed languages, deaf and deafblind awareness, interpreting, lipspeaking and speech-to-text-reporting. Click on the links to find out more about these qualifications in:

Our range of qualifications means you can develop a broad knowledge of communicating with deaf people, or work towards professional level skills and a career as a communication professional. To see the options available to you, click here to see our progression map.

Answers to some of the questions we are often asked about our qualifications. Read More