About This Program
Up to one in four adults in the United States lives with some type of disability, and for many of these people, it can be difficult to find or navigate information on websites or mobile apps. Today, companies and organizations of all kinds need professionals who understand the big picture of how — and why — to create accessible digital content and ensure equal access to information.
In this one-course specialization, you’ll get insight into the diverse experiences and challenges that people with auditory, visual, physical, speech and cognitive and learning disabilities face. You'll understand why the accessibility of web and mobile content and tools benefits everyone, learn to assess impacts of AI technologies, then build entry-level skills in using digital accessibility tools and creating accessible content. In the end, you’ll develop your own digital accessibility plan — and you’ll take away a toolkit you can use to advocate for accessibility for all.
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Designed For
Anyone who wants to understand how to make web and mobile content more accessible to all and advocate for digital accessibility in an organization.
Skills You’ll Gain
Web accessibility
Web accessibility standards
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
Web accessibility testing
Assistive technology
Universal design
User advocacy
Americans With Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)
Get Real-World Experience
Use accessibility checkers to review a document and website and summarize your findings
Learn to generate accessible content, including video captions, audio transcripts, descriptive hyperlinks, alternative text for images, accessible tables and digital documents
Create your own digital accessibility plan, including how to set organizational priorities, select standards, develop procedures and engage stakeholders
Career Stats
16%
Projected growth in U.S. demand for web accessibility skills (2025-27)
11%
Projected growth in U.S. demand for web accessibility standards skills (2025-27)
Career-Ready Credentials
When you complete this program, you'll earn a certificate and a digital achievement badge you can use to showcase your professional development.
Our Enrollment Coaches Are Here to Help
Connect with an enrollment coach to learn more about this offering. Or if you need help finding the right certificate, specialization or course for you, reach out to explore your options.
This program is intended for professional development and is not designed to meet educational requirements for professional licensure or certification.
