Creating accessible content for web and documents

Curious if your documents can really be read by everyone? In this course, you’ll explore how to create accessible content that works across web pages, Word files, and PDFs. You’ll learn how to structure, format, and write information that is clear, inclusive, and easy for everyone to read and navigate — whether online or in shared documents.

What you’ll learn

• How to structure content for easy scanning
• How to write content that is easy to read and understand
• How to use inclusive language
• How to create accessible alternatives for images
• How to create accessible links, headings, tables, and page titles
• How to make Word and PDF documents more accessible

Who this course is for

• Content writers and editors
• Publishers
• Managers overseeing document production
• Anyone responsible for maintaining accessible web or document content

Knowledge level

No prior accessibility knowledge is required.

Technology requirements

You’ll need to download and install the following software before the start of the course.

• Adobe Acrobat Pro (Reader is not sufficient)
• Microsoft Word (desktop version, 2016 or later preferred)

If there’s anything that stops you from installing these, let us know as soon as possible and we can explore other options for you.

We also use online tools such as FigJam to work together during this course. You won’t need to install or create an account to use these tools.

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