Applied Accessibility for Designers is the course I wish I had when starting my accessibility journey.

I've taken so many courses for developers, which vastly deepened my knowledge of accessibility, but when it comes to design and product, I've mostly learned by doing and peer-to-peer. I've created this comprehensive, cohort-based course that empowers designers and product owners with the practical skills and advocacy techniques to build inclusive and accessible digital experiences. This course delves deeper into considering accessibility at the early stages of a product and the operational level, offering hands-on projects, specialist-led lessons and discussions, and collaborative sessions to ensure you can effectively integrate knowledge and advocate for accessibility in your professional roles.

As a design leader and accessibility specialist with disabilities, I'm ready to share my tested techniques, which I've developed through my personal, professional, and academic experience of design and disability. We'll also dive into the deeper end — advocating for accessibility with peers and decision-makers in organizations.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

1. Understand the principles and guidelines of digital accessibility.

2. Implement accessible design practices in UI design.

3. Conduct accessibility audits and usability testing.

4. Create accessible design systems and components.

5. Advocate for accessibility within their organizations.

6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure inclusive product development.

7. Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in accessibility.

This class consists of lessons, 90 minute collaborative discussions, and take-home assignments.