BSL Learning Resources
Created by deaf, experienced BSL teachers and experts, RAD Learn is the ultimate training resource for students studying British Sign Language (BSL) at levels 1-3. With clear, structured content tailored to Signature assessments, it’s an essential tool to build confidence and fluency on your BSL learning journey.
Whether you’re developing your vocabulary, refining your linguistic skills, or improving your receptive BSL skills, you can practice anytime, anywhere. You can see your progress through our quizzes and scores that mean you can check your understanding and beat your score!
Our resources
Here you will find a comprehensive online library of BSL resources and support materials designed to help you succeed in your Signature assessments.
BSL Level 1
BSL resources developed to help you prepare for your assessments. Includes full coverage of BSL Level 1 units.
BSL Level 2
BSL resources developed to help you prepare for your assessments. Includes full coverage of BSL Level 2 units.
BSL Level 3
BSL resources developed to help you prepare for your assessments. Includes full coverage of BSL Level 3 units.
BSL Level 1
BSL Level 1 Vocabulary Courses
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Vocabulary BSL Level 1 – Unit 101
This unit introduces essential BSL vocabulary for everyday conversations, covering greetings, numbers, weather, transport and directions.
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Vocabulary BSL Level 1 – Unit 102
This unit expands on foundational BSL skills, introducing essential vocabulary for Describing people, discussing Interests and Activities, talking about Food and Drink, and Using Numbers in everyday conversations
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Vocabulary BSL Level 1 – Unit 103
This unit focuses on communication in everyday life, including work, school, travel, and social interactions.
BSL Level 1 Receptive Courses
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Receptive BSL Level 1 – Unit 101
This unit strengthens your receptive BSL skills, helping you understand and follow everyday conversations with confidence.
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Receptive BSL Level 1 – Unit 102
This unit enhances your receptive BSL skills, focusing on everyday topics to help you understand and follow basic conversations.
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Receptive BSL Level 1 – Unit 103
This unit strengthens your receptive BSL skills by focusing on everyday topics related to work, school, and social interactions.
Why choose us
Signature accredited training centre
Deaf-led charity
ILM approved training centre
Produced and led by deaf trainers
BSL Level 2
BSL Level 2 Vocabulary Courses
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Vocabulary BSL Level 2 – Eating & Drinking
This unit expands your BSL vocabulary for discussing food, drink, and dining experiences.
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Vocabulary BSL Level 2 – Shopping & Spending
This unit enhances your BSL vocabulary for discussing shopping and spending, covering topics like different types of shops, payment methods, budgeting, and sharing opinions on prices.
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Vocabulary BSL Level 2 – Travel & Holiday
This unit expands your BSL vocabulary for discussing travel and holidays
BSL Level 2 Receptive Courses
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Receptive BSL Level 2 – Eating and Drinking
This unit focuses on enhancing your receptive BSL skills, specifically within the theme of Eating & Drinking.
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Receptive BSL Level 2 – Shopping and Spending
This unit enhances your BSL vocabulary for discussing shopping and spending, covering topics like different types of shops, payment methods, budgeting, and sharing opinions on prices.
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Receptive BSL Level 2 – Travel & Holiday
This unit expands your BSL vocabulary for discussing travel and holidays. You will learn essential signs for buying tickets, traveling to different destinations, staying in accommodations like hotels or campsites, and describing activities during your holiday.
Meet the trainers
Paul
Paul is a native BSL user and as the Training Lead at DeafAdvance Training Centre, brings over 20 years of experience as a highly skilled BSL Teacher. He delivers courses ranging from Level 1 to Level 6 and is a qualified TAQA A1 assessor, holding a BSL Level 6 certificate. Paul is passionate about raising the profile of BSL, inspiring learners to embrace the language with confidence and enthusiasm. In his leadership role, Paul supports the training team in delivering high-quality, professional courses, ensuring DeafAdvance Training Centre maintains its reputation for excellence.
Henry
Henry is a native BSL user, having grown up in a Deaf family where BSL is the primary language. With over 10 years experience as a BSL Teacher, he is known for delivering engaging and interactive classes, making learning both effective and enjoyable. Henry has been working in the Deaf field for more than 20 years and holds PTTLS Level 4 and BSL Level 6 qualifications. Henry also delivers ILM Leadership and Management Introduction courses and holds an ILM Level 5 in Leadership qualification.
Molly
Molly is a dedicated and qualified Deaf Mental Health First Aid Instructor with a strong passion for breaking down barriers in the mental health sector. As a Training Coordinator, she thrives on networking, developing partnerships, and managing the administrative aspects of training delivery. Molly is the only Deaf Associate Tutor for Suicide Prevention in the UK. With an Adult Education Training Level 3 and a qualified BSL Teacher, Molly delivers BSL Level 1 and Children and Family courses. Molly is passionate about BSL language development from early years.
Estelle
Estelle has been a trainer with RAD for over three years and brings more than 15 years of experience in education. Specialising in delivery of Deaf Awareness courses and BSL tasters, Estelle also delivers BSL Level 1. Estelle holds an Adult Education Training Level 3 qualification, further enhancing her training expertise. Estelle is a native BSL user and holds qualifications in Deaf Awareness and British Sign Language, offering learners authentic and insightful instruction.
Manuela
Manuela is an ILM Level 5 qualified trainer, specialising in leadership development and practical workplace skills. Her courses focus on effective communication, decision-making, and team management, empowering individuals to confidently navigate workplace challenges and drive success. As a Deaf BSL user, Manuela is committed to creating inclusive and accessible learning experiences. Manuela also holds an Adult Education Training Level 3 qualification, further enhancing her training expertise.
BSL Level 3
BSL Level 3 Vocabulary Courses
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Vocabulary BSL Level 3 – Home Life
This unit expands your BSL vocabulary related to Home Life, introducing essential terms for discussing home settings, family dynamics, communication barriers, and cultural aspects.
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Vocabulary BSL Level 3 – Consumer Issues & Daily Living
This unit expands your BSL vocabulary related to Consumer Issues & Daily Living, introducing essential terms for managing bills, accessing societal services, maintaining health, and addressing mental health within the deaf community.
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Vocabulary BSL Level 3 – Education & Training
This unit expands your BSL vocabulary related to Education & Training, introducing essential terms for different educational settings, including nursery, school, college, and workplace training.
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Vocabulary BSL Level 3 – Employment
This unit expands your BSL vocabulary related to Employment, introducing essential terms for job applications, qualifications, career progression, salary discussions, emotions at work, work shifts, and more.
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Vocabulary BSL Level 3 – Technology at Home
This unit expands your BSL vocabulary related to Technology at Home, introducing essential terms for the devices and equipment we use in everyday life. You will learn how these technologies support us, their functions, and how they impact our daily routines.
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Vocabulary BSL Level 3 – Social & Recreational Activities
This unit expands your BSL vocabulary related to Social & Recreational Activities, introducing essential terms for exercise, social isolation, accessibility, inclusion, and the deaf world.
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Vocabulary BSL Level 3 – Deaf History & Culture
This unit expands your BSL vocabulary related to Deaf History & Culture, introducing essential terms about the history of deaf education, the development of BSL signs, and cultural aspects of the deaf community.
BSL Level 3 Receptive Courses
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Receptive BSL Level 3 – Employment, Education and Training
This unit focuses on expanding your BSL Level 3 receptive skills, specifically on the theme of Education, Employment & Training.
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Receptive BSL Level 3 – Social/Recreational Activities
This unit expands your BSL Level 3 receptive skills by focusing specifically on Social & Recreational Activities.
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Receptive BSL Level 3 – Consumer Issues and Daily Living
This unit focuses on expanding your BSL Level 3 receptive skills, specifically addressing Consumer Issues & Daily Living.
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