This Level 2 Certificate qualification in British Sign Language is designed to enable learners to develop their skills to communicate with Deaf people using British Sign Language (BSL) in a range of everyday situations. The qualification will allow learners to participate in longer and more varied conversations than at Level 1. The course will develop communication in BSL about real life, routine, and daily experiences. The learner will be able to deal with most routine communication and have enough understanding of grammar to cope with some non-routine communication. Learners should be taught a number of regional variations in sign language.
The specification has been designed to be consistent with the National Language Standards at Level 2.
This British Sign Language qualification is divided into three units, each of which can be achieved separately.
The units can be done in any order at any time but it is recommended that the content of Unit BSL201 is covered before Unit BSL202 or BSL203.
To achieve the full Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language, candidates are required to achieve all units.
| Unit | QAN unit number | Unit title | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSL201 | J/600/0210 | BSL Receptive Skills | Practical assessment of skills |
| BSL202 | D/600/0214 | BSL Productive Skills | Presentation in BSL |
| BSL203 | A/600/0219 | BSL Conversational Skills | Conversation in BSL |
The recommended guided learning hours are 100 hours as shown below:
| Unit | Guided Learning Hours (GLH) | Additional study hours | Total learning hours | Credit value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSL201 | 30 | 20 | 50 | 5 |
| BSL202 | 35 | 15 | 50 | 5 |
| BSL203 | 35 | 15 | 50 | 5 |
| Total | 100 | 50 | 150 | 15 |
Additional study hours include private study, homework, practice, etc.Guided learning hours includes assessment time.
BSL competence standards include requirements for candidates to have sufficient sight, manual dexterity, facial and body movement to produce and receive BSL. It is the responsibility of the centre to explain these requirements before accepting a candidate for this qualification.
The qualification has four themes:
| Theme 1 | Everyday Conversation | 30 hours | Mandatory (this theme must be done) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theme 2 | Eating and Drinking | 35 hours | Optional themes: Pick two of these themes. The themes chosen for unit BSL202 and BSL203 must be different. |
| Theme 3 | Spending and Shopping | 35 hours | |
| Theme 4 | Travel and Holidays | 35 hours |
Theme 1 is mandatory so all learners must do this. Learners will also study two other themes out of the three optional themes above. The two optional themes will be chosen by the teacher in consultation with the learner.
In Unit BSL201 learners will be assessed on the content of Theme 1 only. The hours within the unit include time for practice and assessment.
In Units BSL202 and BSL203 learners will use and build upon the vocabulary and grammatical features of Theme 1.
Themes 2, 3 and 4 include the vocabulary from Theme 1. Learners are expected to increase their understanding and use of BSL grammar and vocabulary in these units. Some of the learning hours will be used to practice their skills and carry out the assessment for Units BSL202 and BSL203.
For Unit BSL202 learners will be assessed on the content of Theme 1 and the first choice of the optional themes.
For Unit BSL203 learners will be assessed on the content of Theme 1 and the second choice of the optional themes.
Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language is suitable for those who:
The qualification is supported by over 300 centres throughout the UK ranging from Further and Higher Education establishments to schools and academies.
On completion of Signature Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language, a wide range of further qualifications is available, including:
Signature Level 6 NVQ Certificate in British Sign Language.
These qualifications would potentially lead an individual to various employment opportunities.
BSL Homework
Our online BSLHomework package is perfect for anyone studying towards a Signature Level 1, 2 or 3 Award in British Sign Language. BSLHomework is a comprehensive online library of video clips and support materials to help you understand the assessments, develop your vocabulary and linguistics skills, and practice your receptive BSL skills from wherever you are.
Packages start from £40.00 ex VAT
Signature Shop
In the Signature online shop you can buy homework DVDs for both BSL level 1 & 2. These DVDs will help you to practice what you have learnt as part of your course, and allow you to prepare for your upcoming assessments.
