Creating Accessible Content: Training

SVSU offers a variety of digital accessibility training opportunities to support faculty and staff. Training is designed to be flexible and practical, whether you prefer group sessions, hands-on guidance or one-on-one support.

Training Options

Accessibility Resources & Accommodations Office

The Office of Accessibility Resources and Accommodations (ARA) supports our students’ educational experience by helping them access accommodations and services. In addition, the Office of Accessibility Resources and Accommodations collaborate with other university offices to provide a seamless transition and continued equitable experiences for students with disabilities. 

ITD Workshops

ITD staff offer workshops and sessions that include accessibility topics related to instructional technology, supported tools and software used across campus.

Web Operations

Web Operations provides guidance and training for website content, documents and digital publishing. This includes accessibility best practices for content in the CMS and public-facing materials.

Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL)

CETL offers training and support for accessible course design, instructional materials and teaching practices.

Department-Specific Training

Departments may request customized training focused on their specific needs. Sessions can include practical guidance, examples and hands-on support to help improve accessibility across content and systems.

Training Delivery

Training may be offered in a variety of formats:

• In-person workshops and sessions
• Virtual training sessions
• Small group or one-on-one support

Support

To request training or learn more about available opportunities, contact the appropriate area:

• Academic content:  Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) 
• Website, social and university communication content: Web Operations
• Instructional technology, supported tools and software: Information Technology and Support Services