This one-day course teaches you how to create accessible Microsoft Word templates that meet Section 508 and WCAG standards. You will build properly structured templates and test and repair documents for accessibility. You will work with heading styles, document properties, language settings, alt text, tables, charts, and Word's built-in accessibility checker.
Who Should Attend
Document specialists, communications staff, administrative professionals, and anyone who creates templates for accessible documents.
Prerequisites
- WCAG 2.2: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
- Microsoft Word 365 – Level One, or equivalent knowledge
Course Objectives
- Create properly structured Microsoft Word templates
- Add accessibility features to meet Section 508 and WCAG
- Set document metadata and language, including bilingual content
- Make images, tables, and charts accessible
- Test documents for accessibility and repair issues
