This course teaches how to create a strong online accessibility compliance program using the online Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). You'll learn how to conduct audits with industry-leading tools like Lighthouse and Axe, prioritize and resolve accessibility concerns, and create compliance roadmaps that correspond with corporate objectives. Real-world case studies from global companies such as the BBC, Apple, and Gov.uk will help you grasp tactics that combine automation, usability, and compliance.

WCAG Compliance: Web Accessibility Best Practices

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What you'll learn
Implement accessible tools and checklists to assess digital content’s compliance with WCAG.
Examine common accessibility barriers that impact compliance.
Develop clear and actionable remediation strategies to address accessibility gaps.
Recommend strategies to decision-makers for incorporating accessibility practices into ongoing digital projects.
Skills you'll gain
- Consulting
- Test Tools
- User Interface (UI)
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Automation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Compliance Auditing
- Case Studies
- Stakeholder Communications
- Web Design
- Audit Planning
- Prioritization
- Compliance Management
- Usability
- Auditing
- Gap Analysis
- Regulation and Legal Compliance
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
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Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
Offers a decent overview and introduces helpful automation tools.
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
This was a wonderfully structured course that included accessibility compliance, tools, and audits to form a concise introduction to WCAG. I loved it and would highly recommend it.









