Accessibility Statement for Coursecheck

Last updated: 10/12/2024

At Coursecheck, we are committed to providing a website that is accessible and user-friendly for all users, including individuals with disabilities. This statement outlines our commitment to accessibility, summarises our ongoing efforts, and provides details of our roadmap to enhance the inclusivity of our platform.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Our goal is to make Coursecheck as inclusive as possible, aligning with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA, the globally recognised standard for web accessibility. Whether our users are participants leaving feedback on training courses or customers accessing the site’s backend, we are dedicated to meeting their diverse needs and providing an inclusive experience.

Testing Conducted

To evaluate and improve accessibility, we utilised the following tools and methods:

  • Lighthouse: Automated checks for contrast, HTML structure, and heading order.
  • Accessibility Insights: Manual and automated assessments to document issues.
  • Axe DevTools: Comprehensive scans and guided tests for keyboard navigation.
  • NVDA: Testing with a screen reader to verify interactive elements and form accessibility.

Identified Issues

We recognise there are areas that need improvement and are actively working to address them. Our initial focus is on the feedback submission functionality of the website, which has the widest reach and potential for positive impact. Following this, we will work on enhancing the accessibility of the backend system for our customers.

The following are the known accessibility barriers we are working to address:

  • Contrast Issues: Low contrast on certain text and elements, such as the "Leave Feedback" button.
  • HTML Structure Issues: Lists missing <li> elements, affecting screen reader usability.
  • Heading Structure: Incorrect heading order, such as H4 without a preceding H1.
  • Keyboard Navigation: Interactive elements like graphs and charts are not fully accessible via keyboard.
  • Form Field Labels: Missing programmatic labels on fields, making them inaccessible to screen readers.
  • Landmark Roles: Lack of proper ARIA landmark roles for efficient navigation.

Accessibility Features

To support accessibility, we will implement the following features:

  • Provide alternative text (alt text) for all images.
  • Ensure form elements have appropriate labels and screen reader compatibility.
  • Maintain WCAG-compliant colour contrast ratios.
  • Enable keyboard navigation for all interactive elements.
  • Use ARIA roles and semantic HTML to improve compatibility with assistive technologies.
  • Conduct regular testing with tools like NVDA and keyboard navigation.
  • Offer accessibility training to our developers to ensure continuous improvement.

Our Accessibility Roadmap

We are committed to addressing the identified barriers through a phased approach:

  • Feedback Submission Enhancements:
    • Conduct a full accessibility audit.
    • Implement improvements, including colour contrast updates, alt text, and keyboard navigation fixes.
  • Backend System Improvements:
    • Expand accessibility enhancements to our backend system.
    • Address HTML structure, heading order, and landmark roles.
  • Ongoing Testing and Feedback:
    • Conduct regular audits and gather user feedback to refine updates.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Coursecheck.com. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please reach out to us. We will do our best to address your concerns as we work to make the site more inclusive.

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Thank you for helping us improve accessibility on Coursecheck.com.