BSL for Medical Practitioners

British Sign Language for Medical Practitioners

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Options to suit your team

We have several offers for medical professionals. Choose from an option below or contact us for a tailored package.

1/2 Day Workshop

Book a transformative half-day British Sign Language (BSL) and Deaf Awareness workshop. Designed to enlighten and inform, this engaging session offers essential insights into deaf culture and communication. Learn basic and sector-specific BSL signs and gain a deeper understanding of inclusivity.

Full Day Workshop

Experience a comprehensive full-day British Sign Language (BSL) and Deaf Awareness workshop. Delve into the richness of deaf culture and communication while mastering fundamental sector-specitic and general BSL signs.

Level 1 & 2 Full Courses

Experience in-person or live online British Sign Language (BSL) Level 1 training customized for medical staff including 2 distinct medical units complete with a supporting video library of BSL medical vocabulary. Our program equips employees with basic BSL skills, fostering communication with deaf colleagues, clients, and customers. Through interactive sessions, they learn essential vocabulary and grammar, promoting inclusivity in the workplace.

We often deliver this in person in medical settings but can also deliver online.

Who We've Worked with

We’re proud to support healthcare professionals in their journey to communicate effectively with D/deaf patients and colleagues. Our clients include John Radcliffe Hospital, Great Western Hospital, WCS Care, Oxford University medical students, and a wide range of NHS staff and medical professionals. Many of these dedicated individuals attend our adult education classes across Wiltshire, gaining practical BSL skills to improve patient care and accessibility. By working with professionals across diverse medical settings, we help foster a more inclusive healthcare environment, ensuring that everyone can be understood and supported.

Why teach your medical staff British Sign Language?

Enhanced Patient Care

Every patient deserves to feel heard and supported. Equipping staff with BSL skills enables compassionate, effective communication with deaf or hard-of-hearing patients, ensuring their needs are met with empathy and understanding.
Compliance and Accessibility
Meeting accessibility standards goes beyond legal compliance—it's a commitment to equitable care. Our training ensures your organization not only meets but exceeds accessibility requirements, championing inclusivity and diversity.
Improved Communication
Clear communication is at the heart of quality healthcare. BSL training bridges communication gaps, strengthens teamwork, and enhances collaboration among staff, creating smoother workflows and better patient outcomes.
Cultural Competence
Acknowledging and respecting diverse cultures is essential for patient-centered care. BSL training demonstrates your organization’s cultural competence, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all.
Professional Development
Investing in your team’s growth is investing in your organization’s success. Our BSL training enriches staff skills and fosters personal development, boosting morale, enhancing patient care, and supporting staff retention.

BSL and Deaf Awareness Workshops : What's Involved

Our British Sign Language (BSL) workshop is tailored specifically for healthcare professionals, providing a strong foundation in BSL and essential skills for patient-centered care.

BSL Basics
- Learn fundamental signs, the BSL alphabet, and greetings.
Deaf Awareness
- Gain insight into Deaf and hard-of-hearing experiences and learn to create a supportive, accessible environment.
Effective Communication Strategies
- Understand communication tools such as lip reading and hearing aids to enhance patient interactions.

Medical-Focused Lessons

Specialized Medical Vocabulary
- We will teach you medical terms and phrases, ensuring your team can address patient needs with clarity and confidence.
Patient Interaction Signs
- Learn signs for symptoms, common phrases used during patient consultations, and vocabulary for routine procedures.

Video Resources

Vocabulary Reference Videos
- Participants receive access to video resources of the medical vocabulary covered, allowing them to revisit and practice signs at their convenience.

Workshop Outcomes

By the end of the workshop, your team will be equipped with practical BSL skills and the confidence to foster a more inclusive, empathetic experience for all patients.

Beginners Level 1 BSL
Medical Specialism

Level 1 BSL Course for Healthcare Teams

Equip your team with essential British Sign Language (BSL) skills to enhance patient care and improve communication with deaf or hard-of-hearing patients. Our Level 1 BSL course is designed for healthcare professionals and covers core BSL skills alongside specialized medical vocabulary.

What’s Included:

Core BSL Skills
- Learn everyday signs, the BSL alphabet, numbers, greetings, and conversational basics.
Deaf Awareness
- Gain insights into the experiences of Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals and learn how to create a more inclusive healthcare environment.
Two Medical-Focused Units
- Master essential medical vocabulary and phrases specific to healthcare settings, ensuring your team can effectively communicate about symptoms, procedures, and patient needs.
Interactive Practice and Video Resources
- Engage in hands-on practice with expert guidance and receive access to video resources for ongoing review and reinforcement.

Course Benefits:

This course empowers your team with practical BSL skills and the confidence to create a more inclusive, compassionate care environment. By the end, participants will be able to communicate more effectively and empathetically with D/deaf patients, improving the patient experience and fostering a truly accessible healthcare setting.

Perfect for NHS trusts, hospitals, and healthcare providers, this course combines essential BSL knowledge with healthcare-specific training, making it an ideal investment in patient-centered care.