Level 1 Course Dates And Times
We offer face-to-face courses as well as some delivered online, via Zoom. We also provide a choice of daytime or evening class times.
HI Kent BSL courses are run in partnership with Adult Education, so they run in line with the academic year. New courses may also start January/February time. Please see information below on all current planned courses.
Please note: All courses generally take a break during school holiday times.
Level 1 courses currently cost £580 per person, including assessment fees if you live in Kent. If you live outside of Kent the price is £780 per person. Other discounts may be available if you are in receipt of certain benefits, or have D/deaf family members. For more information about the course, prices, and payment, please click here. These prices apply to people aged 19 plus, for people under the age of 19 the outside Kent price applies.
To register your interest in a course please download, complete and return the application form to Bethany by email to BSL@hikent.org.uk The link is at the bottom of the page.
Level 1 courses for the new academic year, 2025/2026, are shown below. Please note that courses will only run if both tutors and venues confirm. Minimum student numbers are also required.
Maidstone - Tuesday Evenings
Delivered: Face to Face - Oakwood House, Oakwood Park, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8AE
Time: 18.00 - 20.30
Start date: 23rd September 2025
End date: 31st March 2026
Duration: 24 weeks
Maidstone - Thursday Mornings
Delivered: Face to Face - Oakwood House, Oakwood Park, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8AE
Time: 9.30 – 12.00
Start date: 9th October 2025
End date: 30th April 2026
Duration: 24 weeks
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