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Are you looking for a way to refresh your BSL skills? Do you want to improve your confidence and fluency in using sign language? If so, you might be interested in our new BSL Level 1 Refresher workshop. This is a 3-hour workshop that will help you review and practice the topics covered in the BSL Level 1 course. It is suitable for anyone who has completed the BSL Level 1 course or has some basic knowledge of BSL, but hasn't used it for a long time. You will have the opportunity to interact with other learners and a qualified BSL tutor, who will give you feedback and guidance on your signing. By the end of the workshop, you will feel more comfortable and confident in using BSL for everyday communication. www.remark.uk.com/bsl-courses/level1-refresher

If you are looking for a high-quality and comprehensive British Sign Language (BSL) level 1 course, you have come to the right place. We are the only centre in London that meets Signature's guided hours for this qualification, which means you will get the best possible learning experience and outcomes. We do not cut corners or compromise on quality. Our intensive BSL level 1 course covers all the topics and skills you need to communicate effectively with deaf people in everyday situations. You will learn from experienced and qualified BSL tutors who will support you throughout your journey. By the end of the course, you will be able to understand and use a range of BSL vocabulary and grammar, as well as develop your confidence and cultural awareness. www.remark.uk.com/bsl-courses/summer-intensive-bsl

Sign Language Humour with Gavin Lilley Saturday 1st July 2023 9am - 5pm Central London Workshop Summary This one-day workshop led by deaf stand-up comedian Gavin Lilley explores the concept of humour within spoken and signed languages and whether it can be efficiently interpreted. About the Trainer Gavin has been doing stand-up shows all over the UK and Europe with a fast-growing fan base. He delivers his humour in a variety of sign languages, including BSL and international signing. Having grown up with a love for spoken stand-up comedy, he brings the concept of what is usually a fast-spoken, punchline and innuendo-filled setting to the sign language community. He recently appeared on ITV alongside the renowned John Bishop and continues to work with him on this very topic. Learning Objectives At the end of the workshop, participants will: Develop an understanding of deaf and hearing humour and explore efficient ways of bringing them closer together. Gain an insight in how spoken and sign humour works and how to relay this in other languages. Achieve new standards in translation, conversation, presentation and receptive skills with their own signed language. Participants will have the confidence to engage in humour and light-hearted dialogue in work settings. Workshop Content The workshop is sure to be a lot of fun! We will look at examples of both deaf and hearing humour and discuss strategies on how this would work for the other audience. There will be a range of video material from stand-up comedians and comedy programmes that we will analyse as a group on our journey of discovery. We will particularly look at sign language and how it can be made “funny” through use of complex morphology, syntax and a range of grammatical features. How important is facial expression and body language when it comes to making people laugh? How can you explain sound-based humour to deaf people? The workshop will take a range of formats from pair work, group tasks, receptive and productive exercises and a lot of discussion. Don’t worry, you won’t be expected to do a stand-up show at the end! (Maybe Gavin will!) Work Related Aims Whether you are a hearing or deaf sign language interpreter / translator, this workshop will be sure to benefit your careers in sign language. You’ll be more confident in recognising signed or spoken humour, innuendos and learn how these can be appropriately translated or interpreted. This will develop your skills in interaction and understand how to recognise when one wants to lighten the mood in otherwise tense work meetings or presentations. Entry Requirements Suitable for TSLI, TSLT, RSLI and RSLT as well Deaf people. Location 18 Leather Lane, London EC1N 7SU Cost £110 Attending this workshop will award 8 CPD points. www.remark.uk.com/bsl-courses/sign-language-humour

FEW SPACES LEFT on our next Level 2 evening course starting on 22nd June with John Archbold. Get in touch now to continue your BSL journey! www.remark.uk.com/bsl-level-2/ Flexible Payment plan available.

Have you always wanted to learn British Sign Language? Our next new Signature accredited BSL Level 1 Evening course starts in June; it is the perfect time to join if you have always wanted to learn BSL! Every Monday, 6pm - 9pm - Central London for 20 weeks. Contact us to book your place or for any enquiries. www.remark.uk.com/bsl-level-1/

We are thrilled to announce we are bringing Face to Face BSL Level 1 course to Bedford, working In partnership with Access Bedford Please note: Payment plans and discounts for parents of Deaf children are also available. If you have any questions, get in touch. https://www.remark.uk.com/bsl-courses/bedford-level-1

Our BSL Level 3 daytime course starts in May with Bob Rose, and it is the perfect time to join if you want to get that next step in your BSL journey. Contact us to book your place or for any questions. www.remark.uk.com/bsl-level-3/ #BSL #BSLLevel3 Signature Deaf #BritishSignLanguage

FEW SPACES LEFT on our next Level 2 evening course starting on 15th May with John Archbold. Get in touch now to continue your BSL journey! www.remark.uk.com/bsl-level-2/

FEW SPACES LEFT on our next British Sign Language Level 1 course starting on 22nd March. Signature Level 1 Award in British Sign Language is designed to enable learners to communicate with Deaf people in British Sign Language (BSL). A range of topics is studied that involve simple, everyday language use. This Level 1 course provides an introduction to BSL and is suitable for all learners. Get in touch to book your place: https://remark.uk.com/bsl-level-1/

This course will enable you to communicate in British Sign Language at Level 3 of the National Occupational Standards for Languages. It is suitable for people who use BSL to communicate with friends and family, work colleagues, or people who wish to work with Deaf people on a regular basis. Wednesday evenings, 6pm - 9pm The course starts on 15th March 2023 in Central London. Grab your places now to avoid disappointment. Individuals: £1,139 (includes Signature fees and VAT) *Payment plan available* For more info on the course, visit our website: www.remark.uk.com/bsl-level-3/

Making BSL Visual with Gavin Lilley Friday, 23 June 2023 10:00 am 4:00 pm Suitable for those who have passed Level 3 and higher. Attending this workshop will award 6 CPD points. Summary This one-day workshop will encourage participants to break away from the English structure and, instead, consider how to fully convey phrases and sentences with a stronger visual element. This workshop is appropriate for those who work with individuals or groups who may not have strong skills in the English language. Tips on how to reduce ‘English thinking’ will be given throughout the workshop, alongside a number of tasks that will be challenging and thought-provoking. We will mainly look at the use of Aspect, Manner and Mood and how to utilise these elements of BSL grammar to maximum potential. The artistic world of metaphors, personification and visual vernacular will be discussed and analysed in order to give participants a wider range of tools to supplement their visual use of BSL Learning Objectives • Be able to understand what makes BSL visual. • Understand and apply Aspects, Manner and Mood effectively. • Gain insight and strategies on how to avoid English influence in BSL. • Utilise visual vernacular, personification and metaphors in BSL. Entry Requirements Level 3 minimum Location Remark! 18 Leather Lane, London EC1N 7SU Cost £90 www.remark.uk.com/bsl-courses/making-bsl-visual

Join us for an open evening to get an insight into working for Remark! as a Communication Support Worker (CSW) in an office setting. You will meet the Remark! team, practice CSW skills such as telephone interpreting and can take part in a Q & A session where you can find out about available opportunities. Date: Thursday 19th January 2023 Time: 6pm – 8.30pm Address: Remark! 18 Leather Lane, London, EC1N 7SU. If you are interested please book by emailing [email protected] For any more information: www.remark.uk.com/latestnews/csw-open-evening

Join us for an open evening to get an insight into working for Remark! as a Communication Support Worker (CSW) in an office setting. You will meet the Remark! team, practice CSW skills such as telephone interpreting and can take part in a Q & A session where you can find out about available opportunities. Date: Thursday 19th January 2023 Time: 6pm – 8.30pm Address: Remark! 18 Leather Lane, London, EC1N 7SU. If you are interested please book by emailing [email protected] For any more information: www.remark.uk.com/latestnews/csw-open-evening

Introducing our brand-new Foundation British Sign Language courses. Are you interested in learning BSL, but can't commit to long courses? Do you find that full courses are just a little bit out of your price range? Luckily with our Foundation courses you now have even more accessibility to learning BSL! Our Foundation courses are only 15 weeks long during term times and are free from the pressures of exam testing - whilst still giving you option to add on exams at the end of your course, (if you want to). We currently offer foundation courses in Level 1 and 2 - which plans to expand even further. Learn Basic Language Skills to Communicate With Deaf People • Want to learn new language skills as part of a programme of study? • Want to progress to more advanced study and/or employment using BSL in the future? • Studying for personal development? • Are a parent, family, friend or a colleague of Deaf people? • Can't commit to long courses? • No pressures of exam testing! Then this is the course for you! Our new courses are perfect for students, language enthusiast, retired people, and those who want to learn BSL in their spare time. If this appeals to you, get in touch - we would be delighted to assist you on your BSL journey. Costing only £359 this is our most affordable course and still prepares you for interaction with the Deaf community. Instalment plans are available with a £40 deposit. Upon completion you will be issued with a Remark! Certificate and become eligible for a FREE level 2 Entry Assessment. Email us: [email protected] Call us: 0207 269 2621

Join us for an open evening to get an insight into working for Remark! as a Communication Support Worker (CSW) in an office setting. You will meet the Remark! team, practice CSW skills such as telephone interpreting and can take part in a Q & A session where you can find out about available opportunities. Date: Wednesday 18th January 2023 Time: 6pm – 8.30pm Address: Remark! 18 Leather Lane, London, EC1N 7SU. If you are interested please book by emailing [email protected] For any more information: www.remark.uk.com/latestnews/csw-open-evening