Caption: People with disabilities live and work independently using adaptive aids and services, including wheelchairs, dog guides, and sign language interpreters.
Is accessibility only for people with disabilities?
No. Accessibility affects all of us. Most of us will experience a disability at some point in our lives. It might be temporary, like a broken leg; or it may be more permanent, such as mobility impairment, vision loss, or reduced hearing.
Whether your job includes working with websites, developing agency software, procuring electronic and information resources, or even preparing a document with Microsoft Word, you will likely be dealing with accessibility at some level. Additional training is available in all these areas to help you approach your work with confidence.
This course was developed by the Texas Health and Human Services system. It has been modified for our agency and is being used with the permission of HHS.
Outline
- 1. Introduction
- 2. What is accessibility?
- 3. The Law
- 4. Who benefits from accessibility?
- 5. Make Your Own Workplace Accessible
- 6. Resources
