Digital Accessibility 101: Start your accessibility journey
Everything you need to know to get started with digital accessibility. Digital Accessibility 101 covers all of the key fundamentals of digital accessibility you need to know, and how to apply them into your work to start making a difference today.
Next Session
- Date: 16 July 2025
- Time: 12:30pm to 2:30pm
- Duration: 2 hours, with break
- Price: $33 incl. GST
This session is offered as a large-capacity session, suitable for large groups and teams as well as individuals. Ensure everyone is up to speed and pulling in the same direction by booking your whole team or organisation.
What you get?
- Learn the fundamentals of Digital Accessibility
- Instructor led session; learn from an experienced accessibility expert
- Engage with instructor and participants via chat, if you choose (participation not required)
- Downloadable resources to keep
- Learn how you can start making a difference in your role today
About the Course
Learn about digital accessibility from the ground up. Whether you’re new to accessibility, need a refresh, or just interested in learning new skills and making a difference, this training is a great opportunity to learn something new. Learn the incredible impact digital accessibility has and how it benefits everyone.
Course details
This course will cover the fundamentals of digital accessibility, types of disability and assistive technologies that people use to interact with websites and apps, the laws, standards and guidelines that relate to digital accessibility, and the benefits of creating accessible digital products and content. Attendees will also gain insights on how accessibility can be achieved, and how and where to get started.
This course is suitable for organisations at any phase of their accessibility journey as the course will help individuals gain or refresh their high-level understanding of what digital accessibility is, why it is important, and how to get started.
Topics
- What is Digital Accessibility?
- Types of disability and assistive technology
- Laws, standards, and guidelines
- Benefits of accessibility
- How organisations make accessible products and services
- Useful tools and resources
Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this course individuals will:
- Understand what digital accessibility is
- Know different types of disability and assistive technologies in use today
- Understand the related laws, standards, and guidelines
- See the wide and broad benefits of accessibility
- Understand how accessibility is achieved and where to start
Target Audience
This training is designed for individuals or teams who are new to accessibility or need a refresher to the fundamentals of digital accessibility and would suit anyone working in digital industries.
Duration
Estimated time 2 hours.