Software and website accessibility is becoming the norm. More and more countries are adopting laws that require these digital products to be accessible to all people. I was previously the Head of Accessibility Engineering at a global, multi-billion dollar software company and I want to teach you how to perform a full accessibility QA analysis.
In this comprehensive 8-credit program, you will dive deep into the world of accessibility evaluation, gaining the skills necessary to ensure digital products are inclusive and accessible to everyone. The program will include:
Weekly Seminars: Engaging discussions on disability awareness and disability exclusion in tech.
Manual Testing Methodologies: Learn to evaluate systems through manual testing methods such as color contrasts, reading levels of content, alternative navigation testing, voice control testing, and screen reader testing.
Automated Testing Methods and Tools: Discover and utilize automated tools to enhance accessibility testing.
Disability Advocacy and Leadership Skills: Develop advocacy and leadership skills to champion accessibility within organizations.
Prepare to make a significant impact in the tech world by ensuring digital inclusivity for all. This course will empower you with the knowledge and practical experience needed to lead accessibility initiatives and promote a more inclusive digital environment.
Note: Previous programming experience is not required for this program. However, some knowledge or familiarity of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, and browser development tools) might come in handy during the automated testing portion. This program will have a focus on testing, not development of accessible systems or problem solving for accessibility fixes.
Anticipated Credit Equivalencies:
4 - Software Testing and Quality Assurance
4 - Digital Accessibility Studies