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WCAG, WAI-ARIA, and more!

The Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA) is an advanced certification from the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) that combines both the CPACC (Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies) and the WAS (Web Accessibility Specialist) credentials. It demonstrates a professional's in-depth knowledge of accessibility standards, technical skills in implementing accessible web solutions, and the ability to manage and evaluate digital accessibility across various platforms.

CPACC

The CPACC that validates a comprehensive understanding of accessibility standards, principles, and best practices. It covers a broad range of topics, including the fundamentals of disability, accessibility-related laws and regulations, and universal design principles.

WAS

The WAS certification focuses on the technical skills needed to implement, evaluate, and manage web accessibility. It covers in-depth knowledge of web content accessibility guidelines (WCAG), accessibility testing techniques, and the ability to remediate accessibility issues across various digital platforms.

WCAG

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are a set of internationally recognized standards developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities. These guidelines provide specific criteria for improving accessibility in areas such as text alternatives, keyboard navigation, and visual design, ensuring that digital content is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust.

WAI-ARIA

The Web Accessibility Initiative - Accessible Rich Internet Applications (WAI-ARIA) is a technical specification developed by the W3C to improve the accessibility of dynamic web content and user interface components. WAI-ARIA provides a set of attributes that can be added to HTML elements to enhance the accessibility of interactive features, making them more usable for people who rely on assistive technologies such as screen readers.

Proper Structure and Layout is part of Universal Design

HTML

HTML supports good accessibility by providing semantic elements, such as headings, lists, and form labels, which help structure content in a way that is understandable and navigable by assistive technologies.

CSS

CSS enhances accessibility by enabling the separation of content from visual presentation, allowing users to customize how they view web content without affecting the underlying structure or meaning.

JavaScript

JavaScript can improve accessibility by creating dynamic, interactive elements, but it must be implemented carefully to ensure that all functionality is accessible via keyboard and assistive technologies.

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