British Sign Language (BSL) training
Whether you’re signing for the very first time or working toward professional interpreter status, Complete Training’s accredited courses give you the structure, community and deaf‑led expertise to succeed.




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Whether you’re signing for the very first time or working toward professional interpreter status, Complete Training’s accredited courses give you the structure, community and deaf‑led expertise to succeed.

You’re in trusted hands: We’re Signature-accredited and certified by the CPD



Learn from our team of deaf and native BSL users for an authentic and complete training experience.

Our teachers bring lived experience and infectious enthusiasm into every class.

Gain nationally recognised qualifications that employers understand.

Live online sessions, on‑demand resources and local face‑to‑face options.

We reinvest in free BSL tasters and education packs for schools through our BSL Community Fund.

We offer face to face and online tutor-led options.
In this course we look at the structure of BSL, differences from English, and basic communication skills, including the BSL alphabet, numbers, greetings, questions, and other useful vocabulary.
The course is ideal for individuals, groups of friends, workplaces and community organisations. It can also be tailored to your individual needs and include specialist training for your workplace.

This Signature accredited Level 1 British Sign Language course gives learners a solid introduction to the language and the wider Deaf community. The course follows the official Signature specification, so everything taught aligns with national standards and recognised assessment routes.
Learners build a strong set of core skills, covering everyday vocabulary, simple conversations, and the fundamentals of communicating clearly in BSL. By the end of the course, they’ll be able to understand and take part in basic conversations using British Sign Language.

An accredited intermediate course building on Level 1 BSL, designed to develop more advanced signing skills and confidence in a range of real-life situations.
This is one of a range of qualifications that have been developed to provide stepping stones in a pathway that could ultimately lead towards qualified sign language interpreter status, or a career working with Deaf people in situations where the use of sign language is an everyday communication tool.
It has been mapped to the National Occupational Standards for languages established by SkillsCFA.

An advanced, accredited course, aimed at developing high-level British Sign Language (BSL) skills for complex communication and professional use.
This is one of a range of qualifications that have been developed to provide stepping stones in a pathway that could ultimately lead towards qualified sign language interpreter status, or a career working with Deaf people in situations where the use of sign language is an everyday communication tool.
It has been mapped to the National Occupational Standards for languages established by SkillsCFA.

An advanced course for fluent BSL users, focusing on complex language skills, linguistics, and professional communication to achieve Signature Level 4 British Sign Language certification.
This qualification is part of a progressive suite designed to build fluency and advanced skills in British Sign Language. It supports learners aiming to become qualified sign language interpreters or to work in professional settings where fluent BSL is essential for everyday communication with Deaf people.
It has been mapped to the National Occupational Standards for languages established by SkillsCFA.

A high-level course for proficient BSL users, developing advanced language fluency, linguistic analysis, and translation skills to achieve the Signature Level 6 British Sign Language qualification.
This advanced qualification is designed for those who use British Sign Language with a high degree of fluency and sophistication. It forms a key step for individuals working towards becoming fully qualified sign language interpreters or pursuing professional roles that require expert-level BSL in interactions with Deaf people.
It has been mapped to the National Occupational Standards for languages established by SkillsCFA.

Follow our step‑by‑step roadmap to progress through Introduction, Level 1, Level 2 and professional‑level study. Each milestone builds seamlessly on the last, so you always know exactly what’s next.

Kick-start your sign-language journey with one of our free BSL tasters. This will give you a scope of what this wonderful language is, and if it's right for you!

This is the first step into learning the amazing visual language of British Sign Language and an excellent opportunity to test whether you want to continue your journey to gain formal qualifications with reduced financial impact. This will give you a CPD-approved certificate in BSL.

Deaf awareness is a vital part of communicating with deaf people. The deaf community is a beautiful thing with an amazing culture and background, and being deaf aware will help you to improve your BSL skills.

Our BSL 1:1 tutoring is a great alternative for those who can’t attend our courses. This will start with a free 10-minute consultation with your teacher, where you can discuss where you’d like to go with the training, wether it be a qualification or learning the basics of British Sign Language.

Level 1 in British Sign Language is the first formal Signature-approved qualification in BSL and will build on the knowledge you have developed from your Introduction to BSL course. By the end of this 18-week course, you will be able to hold basic conversations with BSL users and have a basis to continue your learning.

Our Level 2 in British Sign Language is the next after completing your level 1 qualification successfully. Over a 25-week course, you will increase the complexity of conversations that can be held, build your confidence and have a stronger understanding of BSL structure, grammar and syntax.

Our Level 3 in British Sign Language is where you develop real fluency within British Sign Language, further increase your vocabulary and hold more complex conversations. At this stage, you can also adapt the language at a higher level and will learn more in-depth about the structure, grammar, and syntax of British Sign Language.

Our Level 4 in British Sign Language is where you develop a deeper fluency within British Sign Language, further increase your vocabulary, and hold more complex conversations. At this stage, you will be communicating at a higher level and will continue to learn the structure, syntax, and grammar of British Sign Language.

Our Level 6 in British Sign Language is the last formal British Sign Language. At this stage, you will become fluent in the language. This is a great step towards teaching British Sign Language or becoming an interpreter.
To further enhance your employability skills and develop your skills further, you could complete our Electronic Notetaking course. This is one of the most comprehensive courses on the market and is delivered by our highly skilled and practising notetakers.


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At just 13, Maisie has achieved something truly inspiring – completing her British Sign Language (BSL) Level 1 qualification with the support of Complete Training.
Maisie’s journey began with deep personal motivation, with BSL not just being a skill for her, but a vital form of communication that connects her deeper to the deaf community and those she cares about. She approached her learning with determination and a real passion for making a difference.
“Doing BSL is super fun, and you can learn a lot within the first few weeks. When I first started doing the BSL courses, I knew it would be fun, considering what I was told we were going to learn.
My teacher, Sharon, is nice, kind and makes learning fun!”
Maisie – BSL Level 1 Qualified
Supported every step of the way by our lead tutor and the rest of the CT team, Maisie quickly found her confidence. Her efforts paid off when she passed her BSL Level 1, and now she’s preparing for her next exciting step: BSL Level 2.
The Team at Complete Training couldn’t be prouder of Maisie and all she has accomplished. Her journey reminds us of the incredible impact of inclusive education and community support. We’re honoured to be part of her BSL journey and can’t wait to see her continue to grow and inspire others.
“I’m so proud of Maisie achieving her BSL Level 1 at a young age, and for me to see how much this means to her. Sharon taught Maisie in a fun and exciting way, and I could see Maisie’s passion and excitement about continuing onto Level 2. I can’t thank and recommend the Complete Training enough”
Sarah – Maisie’s Mum

“My goal is to give you the confidence to start conversations, not just pass exams”
Sharon Saunders, Lead BSL Teacher
Watch Sharon’s two‑minute welcome video to see her teaching style and learn how she’ll support you throughout your journey.
What people say about our service
I took the online Introduction to BSL, it has an incredible amount of value, with hundreds of videos and advice on how to continue your learning. I loved the option to book 1:1 private tutoring with Sharon, who was lovely and gave me loads of ideas to practice I look forward to seeing you on the Level 1 course!
I have just completed a six-week Introduction to BSL course with Complete Communication Ltd. It was enormous fun and very informative. Our teacher, Sharon, was amazing and all the staff involved were so friendly and welcoming. I would thoroughly recommend this company and course if you are interested in learning BSL.
An amazing introduction to the BSL course with the lovely Sharon and Daryl. The folks who attended raved about the trainers and the course content and left buzzing! I can’t recommend Complete Training strongly enough.
I completed my 6-week introduction to BSL. I have to say I was blown away by the course. I thought I would find it hard, but every week, we went over what we had learnt the week before, and I was surprised by what I’d actually learnt. The teacher was amazing and such a lovely lady.
I would definitely recommend this training company! I attended an in-person introduction to BSL course that was fantastic. The tutor made the learning so fun and engaging.

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