British Sign Language (BSL) - Health and Medical Signs

The British Sign Language (BSL) - Health and Medical Signs course is specifically designed to help learners gain a comprehensive understanding of BSL, with a focus on medical and healthcare terminology.
The course introduces the basics of fingerspelling, essential communication techniques for meetings and introductions, as well as specific health-related vocabulary. Throughout the lessons, students will learn to use BSL for effective communication in medical settings, including interactions at a doctor's office, understanding medical terminology, and performing hands-on exercises with quizzes and study aids.
This course is ideal for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and anyone seeking to improve their ability to communicate with Deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals in healthcare environments.

What You Will Learn

• Understand the fundamentals of British Sign Language and fingerspelling techniques.
• Learn the alphabet and basic signs for health and medical settings.
• Gain the ability to introduce oneself and engage in basic conversations using BSL.
• Master medical terminology in BSL, including vocabulary for health conditions, treatments, and questions commonly used in medical environments.
• Build the skills to communicate with patients and colleagues in healthcare settings who use BSL.
• Develop fluency in interpreting and responding to questions in medical contexts using BSL.
• Enhance professional communication and patient care for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.
  
  

Key Features of the Course

• Get a year long access to the course
• Recognised qualification upon course completion.
• Flexible learning from anywhere, at any time.
• Affordable, engaging e-learning materials.
• Study at your own pace on a tablet, PC, or smartphone.
• Dedicated online tutor support.

Career Path

• Healthcare Assistant
• Sign Language Interpreter
• Medical Support Worker
• Nurse or Healthcare Professional (BSL proficient)
• Speech and Language Therapist
• Disability Support Worker
• Community Healthcare Worker
• Deaf Awareness Trainer

CPD Certificate from LIBM

Upon successful completion of your course, you can obtain your CPD certificate from LIBM.