Web Application Developer

T716: Web Accessibility for Canada.ca

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Learning objective:
This course presents the standards and guidelines for this subject. It focuses on the requirements, roles and responsibilities for compliance with these standards. Participants will learn how to assess the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 and apply them consistently across Canada.ca web pages.
Level:
Intermediate
Provider:
Canada School of Public Service
Prerequisite:
Web Technical Information Specialist
Duration:
15 hours
Delivery type:
Classroom courses
Estimated cost:
Free
Language:
English and French

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Web Accessibility for Developers

Learning objective:
With the introduction of WAI-ARIA (Web Accessibility Initiative - Accessible Rich Internet Applications) Specification, developers can be much more creative when developing interactive elements for the Web than was possible before its advent. When WAI-ARIA is used with accessible JavaScript, the sky is the limit when it comes to potential interactions on the web, interactions that are also possible for those using assistive technology.
Level:
Intermediate
Provider:
Ryerson University
Prerequisite:
  • Comfort developing with JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS
  • A GitHub account
  • A local development environment
Duration:
37.5 hours
Delivery type:
Online
Estimated cost:
Free

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Web Accessibility Curriculum Package

Learning objective:

You will learn about the fundamentals of accessibility, standards and IT testing techniques. You will be able to provide advice and guidance on developing and testing accessibility in accessible web applications.

Level:
Advanced
Provider:
Deque University
Prerequisite:
None
Delivery type:
Online Courses
Estimated cost:

$150 US or free for people with disabilities.

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What's new in WCAG 2.1

Learning objective:
  • Know techniques you can apply right away
  • Have a comprehensive understanding of W3C WCAG 2.1 and related government accessibility guidelines
  • Be able to make informed decisions as to what degree to comply with accessibility standards
  • Understand better the experience of those with disabilities using online learning, presentation, and authoring tools
Level:
Intermediate
Provider:
David Berman Communications
Prerequisite:
WCAG 2.0 familiarity (no programming experience required)
Duration:
One-day course, half-day course, or keynote presentation. We provide this course tailored/customized on-site for your organization.
Delivery type:
Online or onsite
Estimated cost:
CAD$330 (group discounts available)

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WCAG Deep Dive for Web teams

Learning objective:

Participants leave with techniques they can use right away for authoring, designing, producing, and testing all relevant WCAG criteria.

This course incorporates adult learning principles and activities appropriate to a variety of learning styles, and qualifies for CEUs (certified by organizations such as PPAC).

Level:
Advanced
Provider:
David Berman Communications
Prerequisite:
Experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/jQuery is required, experience with accessibility and WCAG 2.0 or 2.1 is recommended.
Duration:
1 or 2 days. We also provide this course customized on-site for your organization.
Delivery type:
Online or onsite
Estimated cost:
CAD$330 (group discounts available)

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Accessible development for apps and mobile sites

Learning objective:

At the end of this event, you will:

  • have a comprehensive understanding of the pertinent W3C WCAG 2 and current government accessibility policies, and how to meet them.
  • be able to make informed decisions as to which content should go mobile.
  • be able to make informed decisions as to when to go native vs. cross-platform for app development.
Level:
Beginner
Provider:
David Berman Communications
Prerequisite:
None
Duration:
One-day course, half-day course, or keynote presentation. We also provide this course customized on-site for your organization.
Delivery type:
Online or onsite
Estimated cost:
CAD$330 (group discounts available)

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Creating accessible forms: AcroForms and Adobe LiveCycle Designer

Learning objective:

From fundamental techniques such as proper tagging and code structures, to advanced techniques including programmatic solutions to accessibility issues, this course provides designers and developers with the tools they need to meet WCAG conformance and functional accessibility with their PDF forms for both LiveCycle Designer (XFA) and AcroForms.

Participants leave with techniques they can use right away for authoring, designing, producing, and testing all relevant WCAG criteria.

This course incorporates adult learning principles and activities appropriate to a variety of learning styles, and qualifies for CEUs (certified by organizations such as PPAC).

Level:
Intermediate
Provider:
David Berman Communications
Prerequisite:
Experience with Acrobat AcroForms and/or LiveCycle Designer (XFA) forms is required, Experience with accessibility and WCAG 2.0 or 2.1 is recommended
Duration:
1 or 2 days
Delivery type:
Online or onsite
Estimated cost:
CAD$330 (group discounts available)

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Creating accessible PDFs with Adobe InDesign

Learning objective:
Upon completion, participants will be able to successfully create an accessible (WCAG and PDF/UA compliant) PDF using Adobe InDesign and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
Level:
Intermediate
Provider:
David Berman Communications
Prerequisite:
  • Recommended pre-knowledge
  • Familiarity with WCAG 2
  • Familiarity with Adobe InDesign
  • Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Pro
Duration:
1 day (5.5 instructional hours)
Delivery type:
Online or onsite
Estimated cost:

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Professional Web Accessibility Auditing Made Easy

Learning objective:
You will be able to provide advice and guidance on auditing Web application accessibility compliance.
Level:
Advanced
Provider:
Ryerson University
Prerequisite:
None
Delivery type:
Online reading (book to be downloaded)
Estimated cost:
Free
Language:
English

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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

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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

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