Islamic BSL 101 for Communication Professionals

A course for language professionals on Islamic principles, culture, and BSL. Includes history, vocabulary, and customs in Islamic contexts
About this Event

Join us for a comprehensive CPD course designed to enhance the skills of interpreters, CSWs, and language professionals. This session aims to equip you with a thorough understanding of Islamic principles, culture, and the specific BSL vocabulary needed when working in Islamic contexts.

Whether you're looking to expand your professional knowledge or ensure respectful and accurate communication, this course provides the essential tools and insights for effectively engaging with the Muslim community.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

- Understand Islamic history, principles, and culture

- Use appropriate BSL vocabulary in context

- Connect BSL vocabulary with Islamic concepts

- Follow customs relevant to Islamic settings

Learning Outcomes

1. **Recognise**

- Common Islamic expressions and their meanings

- BSL vocabulary specific to Islamic culture

2. **Understand**

- A brief history of Islam

- The rationale behind certain BSL signs

- Differences among major Islamic sects

- Discrepancies between media portrayals and actual facts about Islam

3. **Apply**

- Knowledge of Islamic concepts to BSL usage

- Understanding of customs and culture in Islamic settings

Participants will receive a booklet summarising the course content and a video of the BSL signs used.

6 x Structured CPD points

Trainer: Ayesha Gavin, RSLT

Language of Instruction: BSL

Notetaker present: No

Cameras on or off? On

Active/Passive Participation? Active - breakout rooms

Recorded? No

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