Deaf Awareness / Introduction to British Sign Language

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From Tuesday 14 March 2017, 10am-4pm – St. Vincent’s School for the Blind, Yew Tree Lane, West Derby, Liverpool, L12 9HN

This two-day training is free for voluntary and charitable groups.

Day 1
Tuesday 14 March 2017, 10am-4pm

Deaf Awareness

• Identify the differences between deaf and hearing culture.
• Describe the correct terminology in relation to deafness.
• Explore methods of communication
• Terminology
• The impact of sound: how deafness affects people
• Communication methods

Day 2
Tuesday 21 March 2017, 10am-4pm

Introduction to BSL

• Demonstrate the use of fingerspelling
• Use the appropriate signs and numbers for a basic conversation in sign language
• Improve confidence in communicating with a deaf person
• Fingerspelling A-Z, names
• Asking for / giving names
• Asking for / giving personal information
• Introducing yourself, meeting and greeting others

For more information and to book a place, call the training team on 0151 230 5098 or email training@msdp.org.uk. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.