Signature

Signature is the leading awarding body for deaf communications qualifications in the UK.

Since Signature became an independent organisation in 1982 to promote and teach British Sign Language (BSL), we have supported more than 460,000 people to learn British Sign Langauge. We have also had thousands of other learners who have completed other deaf communication qualifications with us.

We create qualifications that provide our learners with the skills they need to build successful careers. While as a charitable organisation, we work tirelessly to improve communication, by creating learning opportunities for every stage of life.

All of our qualifications are accredited by The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) who regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments in England.

In 2019, Signature was named 'Awarding Organisation of the Year' at the Federation of Awarding Bodies awards.