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Accessibility Audit Course

Build Your Auditing Foundation with Audits 101.

Audits 101 shows you how to conduct a basic accessibility audit for websites. This course teaches you to find accessibility issues on a website with step-by-step guidance and real-world demos.

What You Will Learn

  • WCAG Application: You can’t audit unless you know the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines inside and out. We don’t teach you WCAG in this course, but we do teach you how to think about the success criteria as you are auditing.
  • Audit Methodologies: You’ll learn how to test a website using a keyboard and screen reader along with how to manually evaluate by visually inspecting the website and inspecting the code.
  • Utilize Key Tools: Explore essential tools like automated scans, Chrome extensions, and screen readers to assist in your audits.

Practical Tools and Resources

  • Audit Library Cheatsheet: A comprehensive library of common accessibility issues and suggestions is included to make your audits more efficient.
  • Excel Audit Template: A customizable audit template with pre-filled examples to help you create an audit report.

Real-Time Demo Evaluations


Audits 101 also contains demos recorded in real time so you can better understand how to audit.

Create Detailed Audit Reports


Learn how to compile findings into clear, actionable audit reports, ensuring effective communication of accessibility issues and recommendations to stakeholders.

Lifetime Access:


Enroll once for lifetime access, allowing you to revisit course materials and receive updates as accessibility standards evolve.

Why Choose Audits 101?

  • Meticulous Training: Learn step-by-step what it takes to audit a website for accessibility.
  • Hands-On Approach: Our demos put course information into practical, real-life application.
  • Continuous Support: Enjoy ongoing access to course materials and updates.
  • Downloadable Resources: You’ll instantly have access to our audit template and library.

Highlights:

  • Step-by-Step WCAG Guidance: Understand how WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines apply specifically to auditing, ensuring you identify key accessibility issues.
  • Hands-On Auditing Techniques: Learn manual inspection methods, keyboard navigation, and screen reader testing to uncover common accessibility barriers.
  • Essential Tools for Effective Audits: Use free tools like automated scanners, Chrome extensions, and screen readers to streamline the audit process.
  • Downloadable Resources: Get instant access to an Audit Library Cheatsheet and a customizable Excel Audit Template to document issues with ease.
  • Real-Time Website Evaluations: Watch live demonstrations of website audits to see practical auditing skills in action.
  • Detailed Reporting Skills: Master the art of compiling accessible, actionable audit reports for communicating findings to stakeholders.
  • Lifetime Access to Materials: Enjoy ongoing access to all course content and future updates, keeping you aligned with evolving standards.
Kris Rivenburgh seated at a conference table and smiling.

Kris Rivenburgh is an attorney who literally wrote the book on ADA compliance for digital assets: The ADA Book. Kris has been recognized by major publications such as The Economist, Yahoo Small Business, and Los Angeles Daily News.

With seven years of experience in ADA compliance and website accessibility, Kris brings immense knowledge and expertise to the WCAG Course.

Kris has advised hundreds of clients, from small businesses to global corporations. He also has four guides on ADA compliance and web accessibility published in Bloomberg Law.

Below are frequently asked questions about the Accessibility Audit Course.

What tools will I learn to use in this course?

You’ll learn how to use free tools such as automated scanners, Chrome extensions, and screen readers to identify accessibility issues effectively.

Can I re-use the audit templates provided in the course?

Yes, you’ll have lifetime access to customizable templates and resources that you can use for any of your audit projects.

Will I learn how to document findings for stakeholders?

Absolutely! You’ll learn how to create clear, actionable audit reports to communicate issues and recommendations effectively.

Can I audit websites other than my own?

Absolutely. The skills you’ll learn in Audits 101 can be applied to any website, making this course valuable for web developers, designers, consultants, or anyone interested in improving accessibility.

What makes Audits 101 different from other accessibility courses?

Audits 101 focuses specifically on practical auditing skills for beginners, with hands-on exercises, real-time demos, and downloadable resources that you can apply directly to your projects.