Accessibility Statement
Our Commitment to Accessibility
At SkillUp Academy, we are committed to providing a website and online learning environment that is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We believe that everyone deserves equal access to education and opportunity, and we are dedicated to ensuring that our platform meets or exceeds accessibility standards.
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines outline best practices for making web content more accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities. We are continually working to improve the accessibility of our website and courses, and we welcome your feedback.
Our commitment extends beyond simply meeting legal requirements. We are passionate about creating an inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive and reach their full potential. This commitment guides our development and content creation processes, ensuring that accessibility is considered from the outset.
Accessibility Features
We have implemented a variety of features to enhance the accessibility of SkillUp Academy:
- Alternative Text: All images and non-text content have descriptive alternative text to provide context for screen reader users.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: We have designed our website with a clear and consistent navigation structure to make it easy for users to find what they are looking for.
- Sufficient Color Contrast: We have ensured that there is sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to make it easier for users with low vision to read our content.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website using their browser settings.
- Video Captions and Transcripts: All videos have accurate captions and transcripts available to support users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- Structured Headings: We use structured headings (H1, H2, H3, etc.) to organize our content and make it easier for screen reader users to understand the page structure.
- Forms Accessibility: Our forms are designed to be accessible to users with disabilities, including providing clear labels, instructions, and error messages.
- ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies, further enhancing accessibility.
Accessibility Audits and Ongoing Improvements
We regularly conduct accessibility audits of our website and courses to identify and address any accessibility issues. We use a combination of automated testing tools and manual reviews to ensure that our platform remains accessible over time.
Our dedicated accessibility team, led by Senior Accessibility Specialist, Eleanor Vance, works tirelessly to implement the latest accessibility standards and best practices. We are committed to continuous improvement and will continue to enhance the accessibility of SkillUp Academy based on user feedback and evolving guidelines.
Supported Assistive Technologies
SkillUp Academy is designed to be compatible with a wide range of assistive technologies, including:
- Screen readers (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
- Screen magnifiers (e.g., ZoomText)
- Speech recognition software (e.g., Dragon NaturallySpeaking)
- Keyboard navigation tools
We regularly test our platform with these technologies to ensure optimal performance and compatibility.
Compliance Standards
We adhere to the following accessibility standards and guidelines:
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA
- Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Our goal is to not only meet these standards but to exceed them, providing a truly inclusive experience for all learners.
Accessibility Checklist
Our website and courses are regularly checked against the following accessibility checklist:
| Feature | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Alternative Text for Images | Compliant | All images have descriptive alternative text. |
| Keyboard Navigation | Compliant | Website is fully navigable using a keyboard. |
| Color Contrast | Compliant | Sufficient contrast between text and background. |
| Video Captions | Compliant | All videos have accurate captions. |
| Text Resizing | Compliant | Users can resize text using browser settings. |
Contact Information
If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using SkillUp Academy, or if you have any suggestions for how we can improve our accessibility, please contact us:
Accessibility Coordinator: Eleanor Vance
Email: accessibility@skillupacademy.com
Phone: (415) 555-0123
Address: Accessibility Department, SkillUp Academy, 456 Innovation Plaza, San Francisco, CA 94107
We are committed to responding to accessibility inquiries promptly and providing effective solutions. Our team is available to assist you with any accessibility-related issues or questions.