Web Accessibility Training Courses
We offer a range of web accessibility courses for all levels, from beginners to advanced professionals. Our beginner courses introduce the basics of accessibility and how to start applying them to your websites. Intermediate courses focus on implementing WCAG guidelines, conducting audits, and integrating accessibility into UX design. Advanced courses delve into solving complex accessibility challenges, mastering advanced techniques, and performing comprehensive compliance tests. Each course is designed to equip you with the necessary skills to create inclusive digital experiences.
Web Accessibility Training Course Overview
This course provides an essential introduction to web accessibility, focusing on the foundational principles that make the web usable for everyone, including people with disabilities. Participants will learn about the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), explore tools for evaluating web accessibility, and gain practical skills in implementing basic fixes for common accessibility issues. By the end of the course, participants will be able to start making their websites more accessible.
Course Duration
This Course Provide in-depth knowledge and practical skills for creating accessible digital content at your own pace.
Total Duration: 4 Weeks
Weekly Commitment: 2-3 hours per week
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental principles of web accessibility.
- Identify how accessibility impacts users with different disabilities.
- Navigate and apply the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
- Use various tools to evaluate the accessibility of websites.
- Implement basic modifications to improve website accessibility
- Prepare for and execute accessibility compliance reports and updates.
Empower your team with our comprehensive web accessibility training. Transform your digital content into an inclusive experience for all.
Target Audience
AODA/ACA Compliance Help
Course Curriculum
Week 1: Introduction to Web Accessibility
Objective:
Introduce the concept of web accessibility and its importance.
Content:
- Understanding Web Accessibility: Introduction to what web accessibility entails, why it is crucial for creating inclusive environments online, and its impact on users with disabilities.
- Types of Disabilities: Detailed exploration of how different disabilities (visual, auditory, motor, cognitive, and neurological) affect the way users interact with digital content.
- Legal and Ethical Considerations: Overview of global accessibility laws (e.g., ADA, AODA, EN 301 549) and ethical reasons for adopting accessibility, highlighting the social responsibility of inclusive design.
- The Business Case for Accessibility: Discussion on how accessibility enhances user experience, reaches a wider audience, improves SEO, and reduces legal risks.
Activities:
- Interactive discussions on common misconceptions about web accessibility.
- Analysis of case studies showcasing the impact of accessible and inaccessible websites.
Week 2: Understanding WCAG
Objective:
Gain a thorough understanding of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
Content:
- WCAG Principles and Guidelines: In-depth look at the four foundational principles of accessibility (Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust) and how they apply to web content.
- Levels of Compliance: Explanation of WCAG compliance levels A, AA, and AAA, including the specific requirements for each and the typical scenarios they cover.
- Real-World Applications and Compliance: Analysis of various websites and applications to identify elements that meet or fail to meet specific WCAG criteria, providing practical examples of compliance and non-compliance.
Activities:
- Group activities to match various web elements with corresponding WCAG criteria.
- Exercises to evaluate sample web pages for WCAG compliance.
Week 3: Tools for Evaluating Web Accessibility
Objective:
Learn to use tools and resources to assess website accessibility.
Content:
- Automated Testing Tools: Introduction to automated web accessibility testing tools like WAVE, AXE, and Google Lighthouse, explaining what they can and cannot detect.
- Manual Testing Techniques: Training on how to perform manual accessibility tests, such as keyboard-only navigation and using screen readers like NVDA or JAWS.
- Understanding Reports and Making Use of Them: How to read and interpret the results from accessibility evaluation tools, and how to prioritize issues for remediation based on their impact.
Activities:
- Hands-on training with tools like WAVE, AXE, and Lighthouse.
- Practical exercises to assess live websites and identify accessibility issues.
Week 4: Implementing Basic Accessibility Fixes
Objective:
Apply knowledge to implement basic accessibility fixes on websites.
Content:
- Common Accessibility Issues and Fixes: Detailed guidance on identifying and fixing common accessibility issues such as missing alt text, improper semantic structure, poor color contrast, and inaccessible form elements.
- Enhancing Navigation and Interactivity: Techniques to make interactive elements accessible, including ensuring that all functionality is available via a keyboard and providing focus indicators for interactive elements.
- Long-term Accessibility Strategies: Discussion on strategies for maintaining accessibility, such as incorporating accessibility checks into the regular development process and updating content management system practices.
Activities:
- Coding exercises to implement fixes on sample web pages.
- Collaborative project to retrofit an existing website with accessibility enhancements.
With Accessibility Partners, you receive more than just training—you gain a trusted ally committed to seamlessly integrating accessibility into your organization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Web accessibility training focuses on teaching individuals and organizations how to create, design, and maintain digital content that is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.
We offer both online and in-person training options to provide flexibility and convenience for your team.
No prior experience is required, but a basic understanding of web development and design principles can be helpful.
To enroll, please contact us directly. Our team will guide you through the enrollment process and answer any questions you may have.
Yes, our training is designed to be flexible and scalable, making it ideal for small businesses. It provides practical, cost-effective solutions to ensure your digital content is accessible to all users while meeting legal and ethical standards.