Accessibility Statement for NovaLearn

NovaLearn is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including those with disabilities. We are continually working to improve the accessibility of our website and online courses to provide equal access to education for everyone. Our goal is to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.

Our Commitment

We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to learn and grow, regardless of their abilities. To that end, we are dedicated to providing a website and online learning platform that is accessible to the widest possible audience. This includes:

• Providing alternative text for all images and non-text content.
• Ensuring sufficient color contrast between text and background.
• Using clear and simple language.
• Structuring content using semantic HTML.
• Making our website navigable using only a keyboard.
• Providing captions and transcripts for all video and audio content.
• Developing a responsive design that adapts to different screen sizes and devices.
• Offering options to adjust text size and font.

Accessibility Features

NovaLearn incorporates several features to enhance accessibility for users with disabilities:

• Alternative Text: All images include descriptive alternative text to convey their meaning to users of screen readers.
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be fully navigated using a keyboard, providing access for users who cannot use a mouse.
• Color Contrast: We ensure sufficient color contrast between text and background to improve readability for users with low vision.
• Captioning and Transcripts: All video and audio content includes accurate captions and transcripts, making it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for screen readers and other assistive technologies to interpret and present the information.
• Adjustable Text Size: Users can adjust the text size in their browser settings to improve readability.
• Responsive Design: Our website is designed to be responsive, adapting to different screen sizes and devices to ensure a consistent and accessible experience.
• ARIA Attributes: We utilize ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of interactive elements and provide additional context for screen readers.

Understanding Screen Readers

Screen readers are assistive technology that allows people with visual impairments to use computers. They work by converting text and other content on a screen into speech or Braille. When designing accessible websites, it's crucial to consider how screen readers interpret the content, ensuring proper semantic structure and alt text for images are in place. Screen readers rely on correctly implemented ARIA attributes to understand dynamic content and interactive elements. For example, if a user interacts with a button, the screen reader needs to be informed of the button's state (e.g., pressed or unpressed) via ARIA attributes. NovaLearn is committed to making its platform compatible with leading screen readers such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver.

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing process, and we are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website and online courses. We regularly review our website and content to identify and address accessibility issues. We also welcome feedback from our users on how we can improve accessibility. Our accessibility team, led by Eleanor Vance, a Certified Accessibility Professional (CPACC), conducts regular audits and collaborates with our development and content creation teams to implement accessibility best practices.

Accessibility Standards

We strive to adhere to the following accessibility standards:

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA: These guidelines provide a comprehensive set of recommendations for making web content more accessible.
• Accessible Rich Internet Applications (ARIA): ARIA is a set of attributes that can be added to HTML elements to provide additional information to assistive technologies.

Browser Compatibility

NovaLearn is designed to be compatible with the latest versions of major web browsers, including:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Assistive Technologies

We have tested our website with the following assistive technologies:

• JAWS (Job Access With Speech)
• NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access)
• VoiceOver (Apple's built-in screen reader)

Exceptions

Despite our best efforts, some content on NovaLearn may not yet be fully accessible. This may include older content or content that is provided by third-party vendors. We are working to address these issues and will continue to improve the accessibility of our website over time.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of NovaLearn. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us: