Braille and Braille Technology

Braille reading and writing is taught at RNC at three levels and to learners of all ages. Braille allows you to independently access written material for leisure, work or study. You can develop your skills from scratch or enhance your existing skills.

What could I study?

The following programmes are offered for both touch readers and sighted learners:

BTEC Level 1 Foundation Award in Grade 1 Braille - UNIQUE TO RNC

Learn to read and write the letters of the alphabet and numbers as well as how to produce a variety of labels. Provides learners with the basic reading and writing skills for everyday life.

BTEC Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Grade 2 Braille - UNIQUE TO RNC}

Learn to read and write the 189 signs of the Grade 2 code, including all punctuation. Provides learners with an effective, additional working medium.

BTEC Level 3 Award in the Application of Grade 2 Braille - NEW TO RNC

This qualification focuses on developing an understanding of the complex rules of the Grade 2 code and their correct application - essential when considering career prospects in this specialist area.

What next?

Braille can be useful in everyday life, from labelling things and making lists, to reading menus and keeping a diary. However, it is possible to earn a living from braille through transcription services - the programmes on offer at RNC can provide you with a useful basis if you are planning employment within transcription.

Braille Technology

Braille Technology is a means of reading and writing braille by using a range of computer based equipment. This is an ever developing area of support and training at RNC. It offers a highly flexible option of being able to access computers via braille and utilise these in a variety of work and study situations.

Full assessment, training, review and support are available, depending on your learning requirements.

Learner Profile: Josie Smith - Braille Technology

"Learning braille has been great - it's always fascinated me and it's another skill I've had the opportunity to learn. It's been great to be able to communicate more with some of my friends who have no sight at all."

SUMMER SCHOOLS AND COURSES

Make the most of your summer!

During July and August you have the chance to study and live at the UK’s leading college of further education and training for people with sight loss.  We offer the following summer school in Braille

Braille for touch readers and sighted users: 17th-21st August

This summer school will focus on braille reading and writing and will help you develop your skills from scratch or enhance your existing skills. Other aspects such as braille labelling and additional codes can be introduced. This programme is ideal for parents, teaching assistants and teachers.

With every summer school the day’s activities are only the start…after a day of learning, let the fun begin….Enjoy a full programme of evening leisure activities and social events including pool, karaoke, quizzes and access to all of RNC facilities, including: sports pitch, sauna, jacuzzi, gym, internet café….and much more.

For further information, prices and to book a place, please call RNC’s Enquiry Line on 01432 376621.