Adobe InDesign Accessibility Training
Accessible InDesign Essentials
Learn the techniques and processes required to make content accessible in Adobe InDesign. This self-paced course covers text formatting, graphics, and working with reading order and accessible tags. Key topics include tagging content for PDF export, applying alternative text, setting table headers, and ensuring proper order and flow for assistive technology. Participants will gain foundational knowledge to create accessible InDesign documents.
Advanced Accessible InDesign
This advanced, hands-on virtual training dives deeper into creating and reformatting accessible content in InDesign. Topics include complex table formatting, setting up cross-references, working with layers for accessibility, and adding form fields and buttons. The course also covers advanced techniques for ensuring a better end-user experience with assistive technologies.
Both courses offer certificates of completion and are designed for those looking to enhance their skills in creating accessible digital documents with Adobe InDesign.
Adobe InDesign Accessibility Training Course Overview
This course is tailored to help participants understand the unique challenges of mobile web accessibility. It covers responsive design, touch interactions, and testing techniques specific to mobile platforms. Participants will learn to make mobile websites accessible and adhere to specific mobile accessibility guidelines.
Course Duration
Master the skills to make your Adobe InDesign documents accessible, ensuring inclusivity and compliance with accessibility standards. Learn practical techniques to create user-friendly designs that cater to all audiences.
Level: Beginner
Duration: 4 Weeks (Self-paced, 4-5 hours per week)
Mode: Online, Self-paced
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Ability to make mobile websites accessible to all users.
- Understanding of mobile-specific accessibility guidelines and best practices.
- Proficiency in testing and improving mobile web accessibility.
Equip your team with essential mobile accessibility skills through our expert training. Make your digital content accessible and inclusive for everyone.
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Target Audience
Web Developers
UX/UI Designers
Web Developers
UX/UI Designers
Course Curriculum
Week 1: Introduction to Accessible InDesign
Objective:
Understand the importance of accessibility in digital content and Adobe InDesign.
Topics Covered:
- Overview of accessibility in digital content.
- Introduction to accessibility standards (WCAG, PDF/UA).
- Basic accessibility tools in InDesign.
Assignment:
Create a basic InDesign document with text and images, identify potential accessibility issues, and list the accessibility standards that need to be addressed in the document.
Quiz:
Short multiple-choice quiz covering basic accessibility concepts and standards.
Week 2: Text Formatting for Accessibility
Objective:
Learn how to format text correctly for accessibility.
Topics Covered:
- Structuring headings and subheadings.
- Using paragraph and character styles effectively.
- Font choices and accessibility considerations.
Assignment:
Format a given InDesign document by applying accessible text formatting techniques (headings, paragraph styles, and font choices).
Quiz:
A quiz on best practices for text formatting, structuring headings, and font choices for accessibility.
Week 3: Working with Images, Graphics, and Tables
Objective:
Make images, graphics, and tables accessible for all users.
Topics Covered:
- Applying alternative text for images and graphics.
- Structuring accessible tables and adding headers.
- Tagging decorative and informational images.
Assignment:
Add alternative text to images and create an accessible table in an InDesign document. Ensure proper tagging and structure for both elements.
Quiz:
Multiple-choice and true/false questions covering the use of alternative text, accessible table structure, and tagging graphics.
Week 4: Organizing Reading Order and Exporting Accessible PDFs
Objective:
Set up reading order and export InDesign documents as accessible PDFs.
Topics Covered:
- Adjusting reading order for screen readers.
- Ensuring document flow for assistive technologies.
- Exporting accessible PDF.
- Verifying a PDF document is accessible.
Assignment:
Create and export a fully accessible PDF from InDesign. Ensure that reading order, text, images, and tables are all properly structured and tagged.
Quiz:
Comprehensive quiz covering all topics from the course (text formatting, images, tables, reading order, and PDF export).
With Accessibility Partners, you receive more than just Adobe InDesign training—you gain a trusted partner committed to equipping your team with the expertise to create accessible, professional designs that meet the highest accessibility standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
The training covers:
- Introduction to accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA, Section 508).
- Setting up accessible documents using proper styles and layouts.
- Adding alt text to images and making tables accessible.
- Ensuring readable colors and contrast.
- Exporting accessible PDFs from InDesign.
- Testing and validating document accessibility using tools like Adobe Acrobat.
The training is available in both online and in-person formats, depending on your preference and the provider’s offerings. Check the training schedule for specific session options.
To enroll:
- Visit the official training page.
- Choose a session (date and format).
- Fill out the registration form and provide necessary details.
- Make the payment through accepted methods.
- Receive a confirmation email with session details and any required materials.
No prior experience is required. The training is designed for both beginners and experienced users. Beginners will learn foundational skills, while experienced users can focus on accessibility-specific techniques.
Yes, the training is ideal for small businesses. It equips teams with the skills to create accessible documents that comply with legal standards, improve user experience, and demonstrate inclusivity, which is beneficial for building trust and expanding reach.