British Sign Language (BSL)
British Sign Language is one of Britain’s approved languages, used by both hearing people and by the deaf community. It is a visual language, aiding communication with the deaf, deafened and hard of hearing.
Deaf and Deafblind Awareness
This accredited 10 hour course is approved by the DfES for use in schools and colleges. It is a first step in tackling discrimination through creating greater understanding and more positive attitudes towards deafness .
Communication with Deaf and Deafblind People
This 10 hour course has been developed to provide a nationally accredited standard of basic communication skills for those who will come into contact with some of the 9 million hearing impaired people in the UK, as customers, service users, friends, relatives or colleagues.
British Sign Language Level 1
This course, of three terms, will give you the skills and knowledge to communicate with deaf people using BSL at a basic level.
You will learn through demonstrations, role play, games, pair work and video.
Some BSL Level 1 courses will include the 10 hour module on Deaf and Deafblind awareness (above).
British Sign Language Level 2
This course of three terms is for those who have achieved Level 1, or who can demonstrate competence to the required standard.
We can also provide specialist training, workshops or taster sessions, for your company or organisation.
Lip Reading
Lip Reading classes are for anyone with a hearing loss. Learning to lip-read can help you to communicate better, regain your confidence and make new friends. Lip reading classes are small and friendly; it's not like going back to school!
Not only will you be bale to find out how to lip-read, but you will also find out about tinnitus, Meniere's Syndrome, types of hearing loss, equipment that can help you at home and work, local and national groups, and much more!
Somerset Total Communication (STC)
