Accessibility Statement for Elevate Academy
Elevate Academy is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all, and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all users, including those with disabilities. Our goal is to provide a website and online learning environment that is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust.
Conformance Status
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. Elevate Academy is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.
Accessibility Features
We have implemented the following features to enhance accessibility:
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML5 elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand the layout and meaning of our pages.
- Alternative Text: All images and non-text content include descriptive alternative text (alt text) that conveys the meaning and purpose of the image to users who cannot see it.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
- Color Contrast: We have carefully selected color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background, making it easier for users with low vision to read our content.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily increase or decrease the text size of our website without loss of content or functionality.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website has a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find the information they need.
- Forms Accessibility: All form elements are properly labeled and provide clear instructions to help users complete them successfully.
- Video Captions and Transcripts: All video content includes accurate captions and transcripts, making it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies, improving the accessibility of dynamic content and interactive elements.
Specific Accessibility Measures Taken
To further enhance accessibility, we have taken the following specific measures:
- Conducting regular accessibility audits and testing with assistive technologies, such as screen readers.
- Providing ongoing training to our content creators and developers on accessibility best practices.
- Using a responsive design that adapts to different screen sizes and devices.
- Ensuring that all interactive elements, such as buttons and links, have sufficient size and spacing for easy activation.
- Avoiding the use of flashing or rapidly moving content that could trigger seizures.
- Using clear and concise language throughout our website.
- Providing a skip navigation link to allow users to bypass repetitive content.
Accessibility of Course Content
We are committed to making our course content accessible to all students. This includes:
- Providing transcripts for all audio and video lectures.
- Ensuring that all course materials are compatible with screen readers.
- Offering alternative formats for assessments, such as extended time or the use of assistive technologies.
- Providing captions and subtitles for all video content.
- Using clear and descriptive language in all course materials.
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, there may be some limitations on our website. Below are descriptions of known limitations, and potential solutions. Please contact us if you observe an issue not listed below.
Known Accessibility Limitations
| Issue |
Description |
Potential Solution |
| Some older PDF documents |
Some older PDF documents may not be fully tagged for accessibility. |
We are working to remediate these documents or provide alternative formats. In the meantime, please contact us for assistance. |
| Third-party plugins |
Some third-party plugins may not be fully accessible. |
We are working with vendors to ensure that all plugins meet accessibility standards. |
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Elevate Academy. Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website. You can contact us using the following methods:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (206) 555-2345
- Postal Address: 123 Innovation Drive, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.
Assessment Approach
Elevate Academy assessed the accessibility of this website by the following approaches:
- Self-evaluation: The website was self-evaluated by Elevate Academy developers and accessibility specialists.
- External evaluation: The website was externally evaluated by an independent accessibility consultant, Access Insights Group.
Formal Complaints
If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility feedback, you can file a formal complaint with our accessibility officer, Eleanor Vance, at [email protected]. We will investigate all formal complaints and take appropriate action to address the issue.
Date
This statement was created on November 7, 2024, and last updated on November 7, 2024.
Policy Updates
Elevate Academy may update this accessibility statement from time to time to reflect changes in our accessibility efforts. We encourage you to review this statement periodically for any updates.