"How to - Self-Employment and the R/TSLI"

ONLINE COURSE by Deaf Umbrella

Your Roadmap to a Successful Freelance Career as a R/TSLI

Are you a Registered Sign Language Interpreter (RSLI), Trainee Sign Language Interpreter (TSLI) or a skilled Level 3 BSL user looking to go freelance? Transitioning to self-employment can feel overwhelming—but with the right guidance, you can build a thriving, independent career.

Our online course, "How to – Self Employment and the R/TSLI" gives you everything you need to launch and grow your freelance business with confidence. Price: £24.99 plus VAT.

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Welcome to Your Journey to Self-Employment

Whether you're just starting out or refining your existing practice, this course offers targeted training
and real-world insights to help you build and manage your own business.

Course overview and details

Gain essential knowledge to build and manage your freelance business:

The Problem: You’re a skilled R/TSLI or BSL communication professional, ready to go freelance—but where do you even start? Setting your own rates feels like guesswork. Taxes and invoicing are overwhelming. Finding clients? That’s a whole new challenge. Without a clear roadmap, freelancing can feel risky, confusing, and downright frustrating.

The Solution: This online course gives you the practical tools you need to confidently step into self-employment.

✅ Create a business plan that works for YOU
✅ Learn how to set your rates and manage income
✅ Simplify finances with easy-to-follow tax and invoicing strategies
✅ Build your professional brand and attract clients
✅ Access funding and support for self-employed professionals

What does the course cover?

- Comprehensive business planning
-Financial management
- Effective strategies for building a professional brand and online presence
- Accessing government resources and funding support

Who is this course for?

- R/TSLIs and Communication Professionals looking to transition into self-employment.
- Level 3 BSL and above users exploring freelance opportunities.
- Anyone ready to take control of their career and build a sustainable interpreting business

Why choose this course?

Freelancing isn’t just about being great at your job—it’s about running a business. This course breaks down the complexities of self-employment into simple, actionable steps so you can focus on what you do best: interpreting and supporting the Deaf community.

Key Information

Estimated Learning Time: 3 hours

Mode of Delivery: Online, self-paced

Price: £24.99 plus VAT

Module 1

Understanding Self-Employment

Explore legal, financial, and operational fundamentals to set the foundation for your freelance journey.

Module 2

Building Your Business Foundation

Learn how to create a compelling business plan, manage finances, and establish effective marketing and networking strategies.

Module 3

Navigating Resources and Planning for Success

Access vital government resources and develop an actionable plan to launch and grow your self-employed career.