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Accessibility Training Services
The eLearning Solution is proud to offer comprehensive accessibility training services for businesses and organizations in Canada. Our mission is to provide comprehensive and customized training solutions that empower individuals, organizations, and businesses to create accessible and inclusive environments.
Our team of experts has a wealth of experience in accessibility compliance and best practices, and we are committed to helping you understand and meet the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable laws.
Whether you are looking to improve the accessibility of your physical spaces, website, or products and services, we have the expertise to guide you every step of the way.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you create a more accessible and inclusive Canada.
What is accessibility training?
Accessibility training is a form of education that focuses on teaching individuals and organizations how to create and maintain accessible environments, products, and services for people with disabilities. This training covers a wide range of topics, including accessibility laws and guidelines, best practices for creating accessible environments, and how to test and evaluate accessibility.
It also covers the different types of assistive technologies that are used by individuals with disabilities, such as wheelchairs, ramps, and elevators. Additionally, accessibility training covers the importance of creating inclusive environments for all users, regardless of their abilities, and how to create environments that are inclusive, user-friendly, and easy to navigate.
Accessibility training can be delivered in various formats, such as online courses, in-person workshops, and webinars. It is essential for organizations and individuals to understand the importance of accessibility and how to create and maintain accessible environments, products, and services for people with disabilities. Accessibility training can be beneficial for organizations, businesses, and employers, it helps them to comply with legal requirements and to provide a better experience for their customers, clients, and employees with disabilities.
Training catered to your team and digital environment
At The eLearning Solution, we understand the importance of providing customized training solutions that cater to the specific needs of your team and the digital environment. That’s why we offer a comprehensive catalog of digital accessibility training content, covering a wide range of topics from awareness to design, web development, mobile app development, and quality assurance.
Our courses are designed to provide practical training that can have an immediate impact on your organization. We understand that every organization has unique challenges and needs, which is why we take a tailored approach to our training. Whether you’re looking to raise awareness of digital accessibility within your organization or want to equip your web developers with the skills they need to create accessible websites, our training is designed to meet your specific needs.
Our expert instructors have a wealth of experience in digital accessibility and are well-versed in the latest industry standards and best practices. They will work with you to understand your organization’s specific needs and develop a training program that is tailored to your team and digital environment. With our interactive training methods, your staff will be able to apply what they’ve learned in real-world scenarios, ensuring that your organization is able to create inclusive digital experiences for all users.
If you’re looking to improve the accessibility of your digital environment, contact us today to learn more about our tailored digital accessibility training services
Best practices for creating accessible solutions
Creating accessible solutions is essential for providing equal opportunities and an inclusive learning environment for all learners, including those with disabilities. To achieve this, we must follow best practices that ensure accessibility for all learners. These include:
- Adhering to accessibility standards and guidelines, such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) or Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act in the United States, to ensure that content is usable and understandable by all learners.
- Providing closed captions and transcriptions for audio and video content, which can help learners who are deaf or hard of hearing to access and understand the content.
- Using alternative text for images and graphics, which can help learners who are blind or have low vision to understand the content.
- Using clear and simple language, which can help learners with learning disabilities or those who are not fluent in the language of instruction to understand the content.
- Designing content and layout with accessibility in mind, including using clear headings, logical structure, and providing adequate contrast between text and background colors, and using font sizes that are easy to read.
- Testing materials for accessibility, by using tools such as screen readers or color contrast checkers to ensure that content is accessible to learners with disabilities.
- Providing support and resources for learners with disabilities, such as providing materials in alternative formats, such as audio or large print, or offering accommodations such as extra time for assessments.
By following these best practices, e-learning providers can ensure that their materials and tools are accessible to all learners, creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment.
Why choose The eLearning Solution for accessibility training services
- Our team of trainers are seasoned accessibility experts who are passionate about creating inclusive digital experiences for all users. They bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to their training sessions, drawing from their own backgrounds as developers or designers to provide real-life anecdotes and examples that make the learning experience more relatable and engaging.
- Our trainers are also interactive storytellers who understand the importance of keeping attendees engaged during training sessions. They employ various strategies to keep the sessions lively and entertaining, such as interactive exercises, group discussions, and hands-on activities. These methods not only make the training more engaging but also ensure that attendees are able to apply what they’ve learned in real-world scenarios.
- Our trainers are dedicated professionals who are committed to helping your employees develop a deep understanding of digital accessibility and how to create inclusive digital experiences. They are dedicated to providing training that is engaging, interactive and tailored to meet the specific needs of your organization.
- With their expertise and knowledge, your employees will come away from the training with more knowledge about accessibility than they ever thought possible. They will be able to apply what they’ve learned in real-world scenarios, helping to ensure that your organization is able to create accessible digital content and applications for all users.