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September 1, 2026
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I had a great time there. I hope I can improve my German every day.
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August 27, 2026
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The A2–B1 test was pretty difficult for me, but interesting. Some of the questions took a lot of time and attention. I hope I did well on the test.
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I took the German A1.2 and A2 courses at ILA, and I also took the A2 exam. I learned a lot, and the price was very reasonable. I think I’ll definitely go back to take the B1 course if I pass the A2 exam 😊 Thank you, ILA, for giving me the confidence to speak German with others. Finally, Ich danke Ihnen für alles 🙏
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August 21, 2026
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Excellent service—everyone makes you feel at ease and does their job very well.
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August 20, 2026
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Thank you so much for your message! We're a little nervous about the exam, but we hope everything went well and that the results will be positive 🙏🤞. Now we're eagerly awaiting the feedback. Thank you very much, and best regards! 🌷 Warm regards, Svitlana
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I am very satisfied with the fide-Test. The team was friendly, helpful, and professional. The organization was excellent, and everything was explained clearly. Thank you very much for the pleasant experience.
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Very friendly and very well organized.
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I recommend taking a course at ILS. I'm very satisfied—the staff is very friendly and efficient.
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I took the SVEB certificate course at ILS and highly recommend it. Mila’s instruction was professional and well-structured, and she always treated us participants with empathy and as equals. I was able to learn a great deal during the course, both in terms of the subject matter and about myself, as much of the course structure was designed to encourage reflection. The pleasant atmosphere and the smooth organization in collaboration with the ILS school also contributed to my positive experience of the course. I also found the value for money to be excellent.
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I took a placement test atILS-Bern. I am very pleased with the warm welcome I received at the school and with their professionalism. Class schedules are adhered to, the facilities are adequate, and the staff is very accommodating, especially when it comes to the accommodations they provided for my health issues. I highly recommend this school to everyone.
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Sign language courses for hearing people

Language does not always have to take place through acoustic sounds. Sign language offers an alternative system of communication that is mainly visualised through gestures and facial expressions. Through visual language systems, deaf and hearing-impaired people have the opportunity for social and cultural participation in the hearing world.

For hearing people, learning sign language is a special challenge: They have to learn to communicate not through sounds but through arms, hands, posture and facial expressions.

At ILS you will find sign language courses for hearing people. The language courses are based on the Swiss-German sign language (DSGS).

Choose private lessons as an individual course, a small group that you form yourself or a group course that takes place once a week. Our experienced teachers design the lessons according to your wishes. Book one of our lesson packages and schedule your lessons when it suits you best. The courses can take place at our premises in Bern, Basel and Zurich or at your location. More flexibility is not possible!

More information:

Would you like more information about sign language?
Visit the page of the Swiss Federation of the Deaf:

Level:

PRIVATE LESSONS: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1

GROUP LESSONS: A1

Course location:

PRIVATE TEACHING: Online or on the premises of the ILS - Bern, Basel or Zurich

GROUP TEACHINGS: Online or on the premises of the ILS - Bern, Basel or Zurich

Course times:

PRIVATE TEACHING: by arrangement

GROUP CLASSES: 5:30–7:00 p.m., 7:00–8:30 p.m., every Wednesday

Course duration:

The course duration can be determined individually. One lesson lasts 45 minutes.

Materials:

One course book CHF 60.-

Prices Private lessons Sign language

* Prices per person

No. LessonsPrivate
Price per lect.
Total
per person
Semi-private
Price per lect.
Total
per person
Trio-Private
Price per lect.
Total
per person
10 lessonsCHF 89CHF 890CHF 55CHF 550CHF 42CHF 420
20 lessonsCHF 86CHF 1'720CHF 52CHF 1'040CHF 39CHF 780
30 lessonsCHF 83CHF 2'490CHF 49CHF 1'470CHF 36CHF 1'080
40 lessonsCHF 80CHF 3'200CHF 46CHF 1'840CHF 33CHF 1'320

Prices Group lessons Sign language

LevelNo. weeksPrice per Less.Total
A18 weeks35.-CHF 560.-
A28 weeks35.-CHF 560.-

Course start - Group lessons Sign language courses

Course startdaysLevelDurationCourse timeCourse price
August 26, 2026 – October 14, 2026A18 weeks17:30 - 19:00CHF 560.-CHF 560.-
September 23, 2026 – November 11, 2026A28 weeks19:00 - 20:30CHF 560.-CHF 560.-
September 23, 2026 – November 11, 2026A18 weeks17:30 - 19:00CHF 560.-CHF 560.-
October 21, 2026 – December 9, 2026A18 weeks17:30 - 19:00CHF 560.-CHF 560.-

Earlier or later times on request

It is not necessary to have an A1 certificate to attend an A2 course, but our teachers offer sufficient support and help to close any gaps.

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Personal advice at ILS-Bern:

Do you have further questions or would you like to get to know us?
Come and see us - we will be happy to advise you.
International Language School Bern
Thunstrasse 8, 3005 Bern