Empower Access: Digital Inclusion - 1 Day Course in Townsville
Schedule
Tue, 09 Dec, 2025 at 09:00 am to Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm
UTC+10:00Location
Regus Northtown | Townsville, QL
About this Event
Bring your team and save:
1. Groups of three or more receive a 10% discount
2. Organizations hosting an in-house session with 10+ participants enjoy a 15% discount.
Duration: 1 Full Day (8 Hours)
Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs/Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, Snacks and beverages will be provided during the session
Course Overview:
Accessibility Testing is a type of software testing that ensures websites, applications, and digital content are usable by people with disabilities using NVDA (Non-visual Desktop Access) software.
It verifies compliance with accessibility standards such as WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines), Section 508, and ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Define the concept of Accessibility Testing.
- Understand the functionality and operation of NVDA (Non-Visual Desktop Access) software.
- Describe the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), section 508, and ADA (Americans with disability Act).
- Analyze the impact of Accessibility Testing on individuals with disabilities.
Who can Attend?
Accessibility Testing is a valuable course designed to benefit all individuals, including those with disabilities, such as visual, auditory, physical, or cognitive impairments.
Why Choose this Course?
Our Accessibility Testing course is fully aligned with WCAG standards, offering hands-on learning through real-world tools like WAVE, Axe DevTools, NVDA/JAWS, and Color Contrast Analyzers. Delivered by certified experts, the program provides globally recognized certification, customized content tailored to various industries, and ongoing post-training support with WCAG materials and audit templates. It helps participants gain practical, job-ready skills while enabling organizations to strengthen internal QA capabilities, reduce reliance on external consultants, and maintain consistent accessibility practices.
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Want to train your entire team?
In-House sessions are available for organizations to ensure digital inclusivity through WCAG 2.2 and Section 508 compliance. It includes hands-on testing with tools like NVDA, JAWS, WAVE, and Axe DevTools, covering manual and automated checks, audit reporting, and best practices to integrate accessibility into QA workflows and create inclusive user experiences.
Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session:
Agenda
Module 1: What is Accessibility Testing?
Info: • Understand the purpose and importance of accessibility testing in software.
• Learn who benefits from accessibility and what types of disabilities are considered.
• Identify barriers that users face when applications are not accessible.
Module 2: Assistive Tools Used by Physically Challenged Individuals
Info: • Learn about different assistive technologies such as screen readers, magnifiers, and voice input tools.
• Understand how disabled users interact with software using these tools.
• Explore how assistive technologies influence UI/UX and testing strategies.
Module 3: Working of NVDA (Non-Visual Desktop Access)
Info: • Learn how NVDA reads content and navigates through applications.
• Practice essential NVDA keyboard shortcuts for testing.
• Understand how to test UI elements, forms, and navigation using NVDA.
Module 4: Sample Test Cases for Accessibility Testing
Info: • Review common test cases for keyboard navigation, alt text, focus order, and labels.
• Learn how to structure accessibility test cases effectively.
• Identify defects and expected results based on WCAG guidelines.
Module 5: Accessibility Testing Tools
Info: • Get familiar with tools like Axe, Wave, Lighthouse, and color contrast analyzers.
• Understand the purpose and strengths of each tool.
• Learn how to apply these tools in real testing scenarios.
Module 6: WCAG, Section 508, and ADA Standards
Info: • Learn the foundations and requirements of WCAG, Section 508, and ADA.
• Understand how each regulation applies to web and mobile products.
• Identify the levels of conformance and legal considerations.
Module 7: Notable WCAG Guidelines
Info: • Explore key WCAG principles: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust (POUR).
• Learn critical success criteria like keyboard access, text alternatives, and contrast.
• Understand how these guidelines guide accessibility testing.
Module 8: How to Perform Accessibility Testing
Info: • Learn the step-by-step process for conducting accessibility testing.
• Understand manual vs automated testing methods.
• Practice documenting accessibility issues with proper evidence.
Module 9: Automation Method for Accessibility Testing
Info: • Learn how automated tools scan for accessibility violations.
• Understand integration with CI/CD for continuous accessibility checks.
• Explore the limits of automation and when manual testing is required.
Module 10: Advantages of Accessibility Testing for Web and Mobile
Info: • Learn how accessibility enhances usability and user satisfaction.
• Understand legal and compliance advantages for organizations.
• Discover how accessibility expands audience reach and improves SEO.
Module 11: Conclusion
Info: • Recap the core concepts studied across all modules.
• Understand the importance of continuous accessibility awareness.
• Reflect on how to apply accessibility principles in real projects.
Where is it happening?
Regus Northtown, 2nd Floor, 280 Flinders Street,, Townsville, AustraliaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
AUD 552.97 to AUD 720.27
