About this Program

Up to one in four adults in the United States lives with some type of disability, and for many of these people, it can be difficult to find or navigate information on websites or mobile apps. Today, companies and organizations of all kinds need professionals who understand the big picture of how — and why — to create accessible digital content and ensure equal access to information. 

In this one-course specialization, you’ll get insight into the diverse experiences and challenges that people with auditory, visual, physical, speech and cognitive and learning disabilities face. You'll get an overview of a new federal rule that requires state and local governments to meet digital accessibility standards, then learn entry-level skills in using digital accessibility tools and creating accessible content. In the end, you’ll develop your own digital accessibility plan — and you’ll take away a toolkit you can use to advocate for accessibility for all.

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Designed For

Anyone who wants to understand how to make web and mobile content more accessible to all and advocate for digital accessibility in an organization.

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Skills You’ll Gain

• Web accessibility
• Web accessibility standards
• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
• Web accessibility testing
• Assistive technology
• Universal design
• User advocacy
• Americans With Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)

Get Real-World Experience

• Use accessibility checkers to review a document and website and summarize your findings 
• Learn to generate accessible content, including video captions, audio transcripts, descriptive hyperlinks, alternative text for images, accessible tables and digital documents 
• Create your own digital accessibility plan, including how to set organizational priorities, select standards, develop procedures and engage stakeholders

Career Stats

EARN A DIGITAL BADGE

After successfully completing this program, you can claim a digital achievement badge that can be shared on LinkedIn and other social media sites. Learn more about digital badges.

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