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Design Accessibility (WCAG)

Design inclusive digital products. Master WCAG 2.2 guidelines, color contrast, focus states, and screen reader compatibility.

Accessibility is a legal requirement and an ethical imperative. This course teaches designers how to build products that everyone can use, regardless of ability. You will master the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 and 2.2. Learn to design high-contrast color palettes, define clear focus states for keyboard navigation, and structure content for screen readers. We cover accessible forms, tap targets, and designing for neurodiversity. Ensure your designs comply with ADA and GDPR standards.

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⏱️ 5-Minute Lessons (Bite-sized learning)

🚀 21-Lesson Path (Independent modules)

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Complete Course Syllabus

1

WCAG Principles

Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust explained.
2

Color & Contrast

Meeting AA and AAA standards for text and UI elements.
3

Focus & Navigation

Designing visible focus states for keyboard users.
4

Screen Readers

Structuring content order and alt text for audio.
5

Handoff & Audit

Documenting accessibility specs for developers.

Estimated completion time: 21 lessons • Self-paced learning • Lifetime access

Career Outlook

Estimated Salary

$90k - $130k

Career Paths

Accessibility Designer $100k-$145k

Inclusive Design Lead $115k-$155k

Product Designer $95k-$140k

What You Will Learn

Audit designs for WCAG 2.1 and 2.2 compliance

Create accessible color palettes with sufficient contrast ratios

Annotate designs for screen reader order and focus states

Design inclusive forms and interactive elements

Navigate legal standards like Section 508 and ADA

Skills You Will Gain

WCAG Guidelines Inclusive Design Accessibility Auditing Screen Reader Testing Color Contrast

Who Is This For

UI Designers

Product Designers

Frontend Devs

Prerequisites

UI Design Basics

Empathy

Design Accessibility (WCAG) FAQs

Is it a law?

Yes, in many countries (ADA in US, EAA in EU).

Does it limit creativity?

No, it forces better, clearer design choices.

Tools?

We use plugins like Stark directly inside Figma.

For devs too?

Yes, understanding the design logic helps coding.

Stark

Contrast Checker

VoiceOver

Figma

Axe

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