Manchester Deaf Centre are offering a 10-hour beginner course in BSL, funded by the Manchester Adult Education Service. The course is designed for individuals who have little or no previous knowledge of BSL.
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for a place, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Aged 19 or over
- A resident of Manchester with one of the following postcodes: M1, M2, M3, M4, M8, M9, M10, M11, M12, M13, M14, M15, M16, M18, M19, M20, M21, M22, M23, M40 (Salford and Trafford postcodes are excluded)
- Unemployed, on benefits, or on a low income
- Have little or no previous knowledge of BSL
- Interested in building informal skills (non-accredited, community-learning enrichment-style course)
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Course details
- Course title: 10-Hour Beginner BSL
- Course description: A short and accessible course ideal for learners with little or no prior experience in British Sign Language.
- Dates and times:
- Wednesday, 24th September 2025: 11am-1pm or 2pm-4pm
- Thursday, 25th September 2025: 11am-1pm or 2pm-4pm
- Location: Manchester Deaf Centre
- Number of Places: 15 available for each class
To apply complete the online application form here: Learn BSL for Free | MDC-MAES
You can find further information about other funded courses Manchester Deaf Centre will be providing in the upcoming months on their website here