Description
Web Accessibility Fundamentals Certificate Course
Build the Foundation for Every Accessible Digital Product
A practical, beginner-friendly certificate course covering disability, assistive technology, WCAG, accessibility laws, and how to start building accessibility into your organization.
Designed for developers, designers, QA teams, content authors, product managers, leadership teams, and anyone new to accessibility.
Course Overview
Accessibility is no longer optional.
Organizations across the world are facing growing legal requirements, procurement expectations, and customer demand for accessible digital experiences. Yet most teams still lack a shared understanding of accessibility fundamentals.
This course closes that gap.
The Web Accessibility Fundamentals Certificate Course gives your team a clear, practical introduction to digital accessibility — without overwhelming technical jargon or unnecessary complexity.
In approximately one hour, learners will understand:
- What web accessibility actually means
- How people with disabilities use digital products
- The fundamentals of WCAG 2.2
- Global accessibility laws and compliance requirements
- How accessibility programmes begin inside organizations
Whether you are building websites, reviewing content, managing products, leading teams, or working in compliance, this course provides the baseline knowledge every digital professional now needs.
Course Snapshot
- Duration: Approximately 1 Hour
- Modules: 5
- Lessons: 25
- Exercises: 3
- Final Quiz: 20 Questions
- Skill Level: Beginner / Foundational
- Format: Self-paced
- Certificate Included: Yes
- Access: Lifetime Access
- Standards Covered: WCAG 2.1 & WCAG 2.2
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Understand Accessibility Fundamentals
Define web accessibility, explain who it affects, and understand the ethical, business, and legal reasons organizations invest in accessibility.
Understand Assistive Technology
Learn how people use screen readers, keyboard navigation, voice control, magnification tools, and cognitive support technologies to interact with digital content.
Understand WCAG
Read and interpret WCAG success criteria, understand POUR principles, and distinguish between Level A, AA, and AAA conformance.
Understand Accessibility Laws
Navigate global accessibility regulations including ADA, EAA, Section 508, AODA, PSBAR, EN 301 549, and related compliance frameworks.
Start Accessibility Programmes
Learn practical first steps including audits, accessibility statements, policies, remediation planning, team responsibilities, and organizational quick wins.
Course Curriculum
Module 1 — Understanding Web Accessibility
Build the conceptual foundation for accessibility.
Topics include:
- What web accessibility means
- The disability spectrum
- Permanent, temporary, and situational disabilities
- Types of digital barriers
- The curb-cut effect
- Business benefits of accessibility
Duration: 10 Minutes
Includes: Checklist
Module 2 — How People Use the Web
Understand accessibility from the user perspective.
Topics include:
- Screen readers
- Keyboard navigation
- Voice control and switch access
- Screen magnification
- Cognitive and reading aids
Includes practical exercises learners can try immediately.
Duration: 12 Minutes
Includes: 2 Exercises + Checklist
Module 3 — WCAG and Accessibility Guidelines
Learn the standard behind modern accessibility compliance.
Topics include:
- WCAG structure and history
- POUR principles
- Conformance levels
- WCAG 2.1 additions
- WCAG 2.2 additions
- Related standards and frameworks
Duration: 12 Minutes
Includes: Reference Tables + Checklist
Module 4 — Legal and Compliance Landscape
Understand the laws and risks driving accessibility adoption worldwide.
Topics include:
- ADA Title II & III
- DOJ 2024 Rule
- European Accessibility Act (EAA)
- EN 301 549
- Section 508
- AODA
- PSBAR
- Australia DDA
- VPATs and ACRs
- Accessibility litigation risks
Duration: 10 Minutes
Includes: Global Legal Reference Tables + Checklist
Module 5 — Starting Your Accessibility Programme
Turn knowledge into practical organizational action.
Topics include:
- Accessibility audits
- Remediation planning
- Accessibility statements
- Team responsibilities
- Accessibility policies
- Quick wins for every role
- Organizational maturity assessment
Duration: 12 Minutes
Includes: Self-Assessment + Checklist
Everything Included
Your enrollment includes:
- 5 comprehensive learning modules
- 25 structured lessons
- 3 practical exercises
- 5 end-of-module checklists
- 20-question final assessment
- Glossary of accessibility terms
- Curated further reading resources
- Downloadable certificate of completion
- Lifetime access and future updates
Who This Course Is For
This course is designed for:
- Front-end developers
- UX and visual designers
- Content authors
- Product managers
- QA and testing teams
- Compliance professionals
- Leadership teams
- Procurement teams
- Anyone new to accessibility
No coding knowledge is required.
No prior accessibility experience is required.
Course Details
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Code | DA11Y-CERT-FUND-001 |
| Format | Self-paced |
| Duration | Approximately 1 Hour |
| Modules | 5 |
| Lessons | 25 |
| Exercises | 3 |
| Assessment | 20-question final quiz |
| Passing Score | 70% |
| Certificate | Included |
| Access | Lifetime |
| Language | English |
| Level | Foundational |
Certificate of Completion
Learners who successfully complete the final quiz receive a DigitalA11Y University Certificate of Completion.
The certificate can be:
- Shared on LinkedIn
- Added to professional profiles
- Included in CPD records
- Used for internal team training documentation
Why Teams Choose This Course
Built for Every Role
Accessibility becomes sustainable when every team member understands the fundamentals — not just specialists.
Practical and Current
Updated for WCAG 2.2, the DOJ 2024 rule, and the European Accessibility Act enforcement timeline.
Self-Paced and Accessible
Learn at your own pace using structured, accessible course materials.
Created by Practitioners
Built by professionals working in accessibility consulting, audits, remediation, and training every day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course beginner friendly?
Yes. The course assumes no prior accessibility knowledge and starts from the fundamentals.
Is this course technical?
No. The course is designed for both technical and non-technical roles.
Which WCAG version does this cover?
The course covers WCAG 2.1 and WCAG 2.2.
How long does the course take?
Most learners complete the lessons and final quiz in under two hours.
Is there a certificate?
Yes. A certificate is issued upon successful completion of the final quiz.
Can organizations purchase this for teams?
Yes. Team and enterprise licensing options are available.
Contact: hello@digitala11y.com
Start Building Accessible Digital Products
One course. One shared foundation. One practical introduction to accessibility for every role in your organization.
Enroll today and start building accessibility into the way your team thinks, designs, develops, and delivers digital products.
Raghavendra Satish Peri (verified owner) –
A very good course to understand the fundamentals of digital accessibility. It explains the basics in a simple and practical way, making it easy for anyone to get started. A good starting point for designers, developers, testers, and accessibility professionals who want to build a strong foundation in accessibility.
Falak Bhutani (verified owner) –
A well-structured introduction to digital accessibility. I liked how it moves from understanding disability and web barriers to assistive technologies, WCAG, accessibility laws, and VPATs. The final module on building an accessibility programme makes it especially practical for organisations looking to turn accessibility knowledge into action.