Accessibility Statement for Apex Learning Academy

Apex Learning Academy is committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We are actively working to increase the accessibility and usability of our website and in doing so adhere to many available standards and guidelines.

Commitment to Accessibility

Our commitment to accessibility extends beyond mere compliance; it is an integral part of our mission to make quality education accessible to everyone. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to learn and grow, and we strive to ensure that our online learning environment is inclusive and welcoming to all. This includes individuals with disabilities who may rely on assistive technologies to access and navigate our website.

We understand that creating an accessible website is an ongoing process, and we are dedicated to continuously improving our website to meet the evolving needs of our users. We regularly review and update our website to ensure that it adheres to the latest accessibility standards and best practices. Our accessibility efforts are guided by the principles of universal design, which aims to create products and environments that are usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design.

Standards Compliance

This website strives to conform to level AA of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines will help make the web more user-friendly for all people.

We adhere to the following key principles and guidelines:

  • WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines): Our website is designed and developed to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards, ensuring that content is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust.
  • ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications): We use ARIA attributes to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and interactive elements, providing assistive technologies with the information they need to convey the meaning and purpose of these elements.
  • Section 508: We also aim to comply with Section 508 standards, which require federal agencies to make their electronic and information technology accessible to people with disabilities.

Specific measures we have taken to ensure accessibility include:

  • Providing alternative text for all images and non-text content, enabling screen readers to convey the meaning and purpose of these elements.
  • Using semantic HTML5 markup to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and navigate.
  • Ensuring that all interactive elements, such as buttons and links, are keyboard accessible, allowing users to navigate our website without a mouse.
  • Providing sufficient color contrast between text and background, making it easier for users with low vision to read our content.
  • Using clear and concise language, avoiding jargon and technical terms that may be difficult for some users to understand.
  • Offering transcripts and captions for all audio and video content, making it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
  • Ensuring that our website is responsive and adapts to different screen sizes and devices, providing a consistent and user-friendly experience across all platforms.

Assistive Technologies

We have designed our website to be compatible with a wide range of assistive technologies, including screen readers, screen magnifiers, voice recognition software, and keyboard navigation tools. We regularly test our website with these technologies to ensure that it provides a seamless and accessible experience for all users.

Specifically, we have tested our website with the following assistive technologies:

  • JAWS (Job Access With Speech): A screen reader for Windows that allows users who are blind or visually impaired to access and navigate our website.
  • NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access): A free and open-source screen reader for Windows that provides similar functionality to JAWS.
  • VoiceOver: A screen reader built into macOS and iOS devices that allows users to access and navigate our website using voice commands.
  • ZoomText: A screen magnifier and screen reader for Windows that allows users with low vision to magnify and read content on our website.

We are committed to addressing any accessibility issues that may arise when using assistive technologies. If you encounter any difficulties, please do not hesitate to contact us for assistance.

Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our site. Your feedback is essential to helping us improve the accessibility of our website and ensure that it meets the needs of all users.

If you have any comments or suggestions, or if you encounter any accessibility issues, please contact us at:

Apex Learning Academy Accessibility Team
600 Congress Ave, Suite 1400
Austin, TX 78701
Phone: (512) 555-0101
Email: [email protected]
Contact Person: Eleanor Vance, Accessibility Officer

We strive to respond to feedback within two business days and will work diligently to resolve any accessibility issues that are reported to us. We are committed to providing a timely and effective response to all accessibility inquiries.

Thank you for helping us make Apex Learning Academy an accessible and inclusive online learning environment for everyone.