PCO 480 - Overview of Digital Accessibility

0.7 Continuing Education Units (CEU). This course is not for Credit(s).

This course is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of digital accessibility, including its importance in business settings. Participants will explore legal, ethical, and business considerations while learning about accessibility guidelines and standards, including WCAG, ADA, and Section 508. The course will introduce assistive technologies and practical techniques for creating inclusive digital content.

Topics to be covered include:
1. Introduction to Digital Accessibility
2. Legal, Ethical, and Business Considerations
3. Accessibility Guidelines and Standards (WCAG, ADA, Section 508)
4. Assistive Technologies Overview (Screen Readers, Text-to-Speech, Speech-to-Text)
5. Basic Testing for Accessibility Compliance

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Explain the importance of digital accessibility in business environments.
2. Identify key accessibility laws, standards, and best practices.
3. Describe how assistive technologies support users with disabilities.
4. Conduct basic accessibility testing on digital content.
5. Apply fundamental accessibility principles to improve inclusivity.