Chax Course Catalog
Accessibility Training Coursework
Chax strives to meet people where they are in their journey. You may have several teams or departments seeking to increase their accessibility knowledge. Drawing on our extensive experience in designing, testing, and remediating complex digital assets, we offer customizable educational programs tailored to your skills, expertise, and objectives.
We have hosted workshops, training, and conference presentations all over the world. Our classes shift mindsets, enhance skill sets, cultivate expertise, and establish best practices for compliance. Choose from our course catalog of over two dozen options and let us tailor classes to your needs, based on your audience’s skills, expertise, and desired outcomes.
Our Courses
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CAECs Eligible
2 HoursAccess Granted: Presentations and Events for Everyone
Are you thinking critically about your audience when creating presentations or planning events? With a little focus, intention, and inclusive tools, learn how to confidently present and host for all audiences. -
CAECs Eligible 3 HoursAccessible Best Practices for Tables
Tables are a great way to organize and present data. We cover the basics of how to build compliant tables, manage table structures, and resolve irregular accessibility checker errors. -
CAECs Eligible 
3 HoursAccessible Document Testing with Adobe Acrobat
Responsible for creating or reviewing PDFs? Learn how to identify and fix the most common issues using a range of techniques to ensure your PDFs are fully accessible. -
CAECs Eligible 2 Hours Accessible Email Content and Design
Creating, designing, and developing emails presents interesting accessibility challenges. Learn how to avoid barriers that negatively impact those who receive your marketing content. -
CAECs Eligible 3 HoursAccessible PDF Forms
Learn how to create simple effective forms from both a source file and PDF. You’ll leave with a step-by-step guide for creating accessible fillable input fields and forms every time. -
2 Hours CAECs EligibleAccessible Social Media: The Inclusive Growth Advantage
Learn how to make your digital content more inclusive and effective. From alt text to captions, this course takes the guesswork out of accessible social media so your message connects… -
CAECs Eligible 3 Hours
3 Free PluginsAdobe InDesign Best Practices for Accessibility
Learn time-saving secrets that bring InDesign’s accessibility features to the forefront. As a bonus, receive Chax’s custom InDesign plugins and checklists! Designed for all levels of InDesign users. -
CAECs Eligible 3 HoursCode That Speaks: A Guide to Screen Reader Testing
Ensure the usability of your digital experiences! Dive deep into web accessibility testing. Get comfortable with NVDA and VoiceOver, learn shortcuts, and follow testing checklists that help you build more… -
CAECs Eligible 3 Hours
4 Free PluginsCreating More Accessible Data Visualizations
Let’s explore some complex charts and graphs, define the ideal user experience, and use a proven formula to design and describe more accessible images. -
CAECs Eligible 3 Hours Free InDesign PluginDesigning with Accessibility in Mind
Together, we identify the most common content-related accessibility barriers and overcome them with design decisions that free your creativity. -
CAECs Eligible 3 HoursDocument Testing with NVDA, a Screen Reader
Assistive technology may feel daunting. Testing a document with a screen reader, like NVDA, is the ultimate way to ensure accessibility. We empower you with an evaluation checklist and various… -
CAECs Eligible 2 HoursHow to Check the Box on Accessibility
Build a better in-house accessibility program by identifying and addressing common barriers. Gain a scaffolding to understand the needs and accommodations that benefit everyone. -
CAECs Eligible 2 HoursHow to Effectively Use: CommonLook
Tired of the limitations of Adobe Acrobat when remediating PDFs at scale? Whether you’re new to CommonLook or looking to sharpen your skills, this session will help you remediate smarter,… -
CAECs Eligible 3 Hours Special OfferHow to Effectively Use: MadeToTag
Tagged PDFs are essential for accessibility. Yet the post-export process can be very trying. Learn how to use the InDesign plugin MadeToTag to minimize some of the most tedious steps. -
CAECs Eligible 2 HoursMake It Make Sense: Accessible Web Content
Make digital web content more accessible! Learn how to avoid barriers that negatively impact your audience. Dive deep into well-reasoned and researched judgment calls on WCAG standards. -
CAECs Eligible 3 HoursMicrosoft PowerPoint Best Practices for Accessibility
Microsoft PowerPoint has several shortcomings that result in inaccessible content. Review accessibility tools within the software, explore known barriers, and create more accessible content. -
CAECs Eligible 3 HoursMicrosoft Word Best Practices for Accessibility
Microsoft Word is the most widely used content creation application. Designed for all levels, learn the most common mistakes to avoid and how to leverage native features to create accessible… -
CAECs Eligible 3 HoursPDF Tags Tree Basics
What should your document’s tags look like? Our hands-on approach to this topic will give you the critical thinking skills needed to spot, evaluate, and remediate compliance issues quickly. -
CAECs Eligible 3 HoursThe Secrets of Writing Effective Alt Text
Crafting alt text for images, charts, and more is very nuanced. We start with “What is the expected user experience?” and provide you with a proven formula and set of…
Bespoke Accessibility Training
Let us tailor accessibility classes to your needs, using your team’s assets. Choose from a catalog of two dozen options.
Need help making your digital content more accessible?
Unravel common accessibility compliance principles! Download this useful WCAG in Plain English reference card.
