Desktop Application Tester

EN 301-549 Non-Web Software (Chapter 11)

Learning objective:
Accessibility requirements suitable for public procurement of ICT products and services in Europe" specifies the Functional Accessibility Requirements applicable to ICT products and services. It contains a description of the test procedures and evaluation methodology for each accessibility requirement. The requirements are suitable for use in public procurement within Europe.
Level:
Beginner
Provider:
Accessible ICT Procurement Toolkit
Prerequisite:
Not mentioned
Duration:
Self-paced
Delivery type:
Web
Estimated cost:
Free

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EN 301 549 Video Series

Learning objective:
Understand the accessibility standard EN 301 549 which covers desktop applications (software), documentation and support services. Explain the functional accessibility requirements for desktop applications, describe the testing procedures and evaluate the method for each accessibility requirement
Level:
Advanced
Provider:
YouTube
Duration:
1 hour
Delivery mode:
Online viewing
Estimated cost:
Free
Language:
English
Note
YouTube videos are accessible offline.

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Accessible Canada Act

Learning objective:

Provide a basis for understanding existing policies. Explain the purpose of the ACL and identify principles relevant to web application issues.

Level:
N/A
Provider:
Justice Canada Website
Prerequisite:
None
Duration :
N/A
Delivery type:
Online reading
Estimated cost:
Free
Language :
French or English

Register for Accessible Canada Act

Accessibility Strategy for the Public Service of Canada

Learning objective:

Improve your understanding of the Government of Canada's desired state of technological accessibility for clients and employees. Explain what the Government of Canada is doing to improve accessibility using technology.

Level:
N/A
Provider :
Treasury Board of Canada Web Site
Prerequisite :
None
Duration:
N/A
Delivery type:
Online reading
Estimated cost:
Free
Language :
French or English

Read for Accessibility Strategy for the Public Service of Canada

Accessibility Compliance Assessments Checklist (non-web / software)

Level:
N/A
Provider :
Employment and Social Development Canada website
Prerequisite :
None
Duration:
N/A
Delivery mode:
Online tool
Estimated cost:
N/A
Language :
French or English

Read Accessibility Compliance Assessments Checklist (non-web / software)