Foundations of accessibility

Topic: Introduces the key principles of accessibility and accessibility compliance, including a practical look at language and models.

Level: Introductory

Standard length: 90 mins

Objective: Provides internal teams with a foundation in accessibility knowledge and insights into how it impacts their work.

By the end of the session, learners will be able to:

• Identify current language and out-of-date terms about disability
• Explain the key differences between the social model of disability and the medical model
• Describe the key requirements in relevant accessibility legislation and how your organization is complying with them
• Understand common barriers and how your organization can address them