Our British Sign Language (BSL) Course for SEN Teachers provides you with the  signing skills, communication strategies and SEND-inclusive teaching methods needed to support deaf and hard-of-hearing learners in UK classrooms. This online BSL training has been specifically designed for SEN teachers, teaching assistants, support workers and school staff who want to create accessible, inclusive learning environments through fluent British Sign Language communication.

You will learn to sign confidently using Level 1 and Level 2 BSL frameworks, progressing from basic finger-spelling and everyday vocabulary to more advanced communication for school, home, work, conversation and learning support. This CPD training also strengthens your ability to work with non-verbal pupils, autistic learners, children with speech and language needs, and hearing-impaired students — a high-value requirement across UK SEN schools.

Throughout this online BSL course, you will build fluency through real-world signing practice, guided BSL dialogues, stories and voice/no-voice video materials. By the end of training, you’ll be able to communicate confidently with hearing-impaired learners, support classroom interaction, and contribute to an inclusive school culture where every learner is heard — even without spoken language.

By enrolling in this CPD-QS accredited British Sign Language (BSL) Course for SEN Teachers, you gain recognised skills, professional credibility and the confidence to support SEND pupils effectively using BSL in classrooms, care settings and community education environments across the UK.

Course Overview

Career-focused BSL training designed for UK SEN classrooms & inclusive learning

• Fully online British Sign Language course with 365-day access
• CPD-QS accredited BSL certification for SEN & education professionals
• Covers BSL Level 1 foundations and BSL Level 2 conversational signing
• Learn finger spelling, numbers, emotions, home vocabulary & daily dialogue
• Includes signing for school, work, health, routines and real-life SEN contexts
• Designed for teachers, TAs, SEND practitioners & support staff
• Flexible, self-paced BSL learning — study any time from anywhere

Strengthens inclusive communication skills in UK classrooms

By the end of this BSL SEN Teacher Training, you will be able to:

• Understand the foundations of British Sign Language Level 1 & Level 2
• Finger-spell names, letters, sentences and everyday communication
• Use BSL signs for family, home, hobbies, animals, food, colours and weather
• Communicate confidently using BSL in school and classroom contexts
• Support learners with speech, hearing and developmental needs
• Interpret and respond to BSL conversations at Level 1-2 level
• Apply inclusive communication strategies in SEN environments
• Use signing to reinforce emotional expression, instruction and behaviour support
• Build communication bridges with deaf/hearing-impaired pupils
• Support SEN learners socially, academically & emotionally through BSL
  

• British Sign Language (BSL) signing confidence
• SEN-inclusive communication strategies
• Finger spelling, sentence building & vocabulary fluency
• Behaviour, classroom and emotional communication using BSL
• One-to-one and small-group SEN learner support
• Teaching & communication with deaf or non-verbal students
• Professional skill-set for UK SEND teaching applications

This course is ideal for:

• SEN Teachers & SEND support professionals
• Classroom Teaching Assistants and LSAs
• BSL beginners wanting formal training
• Speech & language support staff
• Early years and primary school practitioners
• Care workers & residential SEND support
• Parents supporting children with hearing or speech challenges
• Anyone wanting fluency in BSL for education or workplace inclusivity
  
  

When you train with us, you benefit from:

• UK-focused teaching & SEN-specialist training platform
• 24/7 tutor and technical support
• Interactive BSL video & signing practice content
• No hidden fees — transparent learning & certification cost
• 100% online course — learn anywhere, anytime
• Flexible deadlines & study at your own pace
• Instant course access after enrolment

No formal entry requirements — anyone can join.

To enrol, you should:

• Have a passion for SEN support & inclusive communication
• Understand basic English

Be motivated, consistent and eager to learn BSL

This BSL Certification can lead to roles such as:

• SEN Teaching Assistant / SEN Classroom Support
• BSL Communication Support Worker
• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Residential SEN Support Worker
• Community Support Worker
• Early Years & Primary Classroom Practitioner
• BSL-based SEND Intervention Support

The assessment is straightforward; you need to complete the assignment questions that will be provided to you at the end of this  course, you can complete the assignment anytime you want. After you complete and submit your assignment, our tutors will assess your assignment and give you feedback if needed. 

After your assignment has been assessed and you have passed, you will be qualified and will be able to apply for a course completion certificate.

Upon completing the course and passing the final assessment, you will be eligible to receive a CPD QS Accredited Certificate from The Teachers Training, which demonstrates your professional knowledge,  and career readiness. You can select your preferred certificate option at discounted rates, with the Digital CPD Certificate (PDF) available for only £6.99, the Printed Hardcopy Certificate for only £9.99, or both the Digital and Printed Certificates together for just £11.99. This certification will significantly strengthen your CV and enhance your credibility within the education sector. Please note that discounted certificate pricing is available for a limited time only, so be sure to secure your certificate before the offer ends.