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Communications

Accessible Office Documents

Course Code: 2312

This course equips you with the skills to create and edit accessible Microsoft Office documents. It provides you with a comprehensive overview of the tools in the most common Microsoft Office applications — Word, Excel, and PowerPoint — so that you can ensure accessibility for all users.

Performance Objectives: Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of digital document accessibility.
  • Effectively use the alternative text features for images.
  • Select suitable fonts and colors to enhance accessibility.
  • Use built-in accessibility checkers and make modifications as needed.
  • Create accessible tables.
  • Appropriately use styles and layouts.
  • Create accessible links.
  • Understand the responsibilities of including videos and audio in documents.
  • Understand the importance of having electronic versions of print media.

Prerequisites: You need access to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for this class.

Intended Audience: All audiences with a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.