Membership
ABSLTA is the leading organisation for British Sign Language (BSL) teachers and assessors in the UK. We support professionals in BSL teaching, Deaf Awareness, Deaf Studies, Deafblind communication, and BSL Interpreting. Our members include Deaf BSL Teachers, Instructors, Teaching Assistants, BSL Therapists, and Teacher Trainees.
As an ABSLTA member, you get access to valuable resources and training to improve your teaching skills and understanding of Deaf culture. Whether you're an experienced educator or just starting out, ABSLTA offers the support and community you need to succeed.
Membership fee
Associate
£34.45 a year
Member
£42.40 a year
Fellow
£42.40 a year
- Membership entitlements
- Elected to the trustee
- Voting rights
- Invite to forum
- Newsletter
- Access to ABSLTA Connect (Facebook Private Group)
- Access to ABSLTA Member Portal
- Resources
- Mentoring scheme
- Access to BSL Teacher's Lounge sessions
- Access to BSL TeachHub sessions
- Conference and workshop
For BSL professionals without Level 3 teaching qualification
Trustee
BSL Level 1 resource only
As Mentee
Yes with discount
Tailored for BSL professionals with Level 3 teaching qualification
BSL Level 1-3 resource only
Yes with discount
Self-nomination for ABSLTA members with over 10+ years of experience in BSL teaching.
Trustee
BSL Level 1-6 resource only
Yes with discount