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Website & Accessibility [ice]Training[/ice]

Website training and workshops on AODA accessibility, website management and accessible documents, for individuals or whole teams, in person or online.

We’re great at teaching Accessibility & Website Training for Your [ice]Team[/ice]

Brenda teaches physics at the University of Waterloo on a regular basis, and she’s often praised for her detailed notes and visual guides. That same teaching style goes into every training session we run, whether it’s one person learning to update their website or a whole department learning to create accessible documents.

Training is tailored to your team, your website and your skill level, delivered in person in Waterloo Region or online anywhere. Sessions are billed at $100/h + HST, and every attendee leaves with notes they can refer back to.

Every website training session is planned around your team. Website management training covers editing pages, adding blog posts, updating images and managing an online store. Accessibility training covers AODA requirements, writing accessible content and creating accessible Word, PowerPoint and PDF documents. Everyone leaves with step-by-step notes to keep.

Sessions run from one hour to a full day. We can visit your office in Kitchener-Waterloo, host you at our studio or meet over video call. Small groups work best, so everyone gets hands-on practice with their own devices. We can also record a session for staff who join later.

Not sure where to start? Tell us what your team finds hardest, and we will build the agenda around it.

Accessibility training session materials, by CryoDragon

Popular training topics

  • AODA & accessibility awareness
  • Accessible website content
  • Accessible PDFs, Word & PowerPoint
  • WordPress website management
  • WooCommerce store management
  • SEO basics for your team
  • Google Analytics basics
  • Social media for staff

Suggested formats Training & Workshop [ice]Options[/ice]

Every session is customized. These formats are a starting point for our conversation.

One-on-One

Personal Session

$100/h in person or online · 1 hour minimum
  • Your website, your questions
  • Screen-sharing or in-person
  • Custom notes to keep
  • Great for owners and new staff
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Training that sticksWebsite and Accessibility Training [ice]Built Around Your Team[/ice]

Software tutorials and generic videos only go so far. The fastest way for your team to become confident is training on your own website, with your own content, answering your own questions. That’s what our website training sessions provide.

We start by asking what your team needs to do and where they get stuck. Then we build a practical agenda with hands-on exercises, step-by-step notes and screenshots your team can refer to later. Sessions can be one-on-one or for groups, in person in Kitchener-Waterloo or online.

Illustrated brenda relaxing beside the CryoDragon

TopicsTraining Topics [ice]We Cover[/ice]

Website management

Editing pages, adding blog posts, managing images and menus, updating products and orders in an online store, and keeping the website consistent with your brand.

Accessible web content

Writing clear headings and links, adding alt text, creating accessible tables and forms, choosing accessible colours and checking your work, so your website continues to meet WCAG 2.0 Level AA.

Accessible documents

Creating accessible Word documents, PowerPoint presentations and PDFs, including headings, reading order, alt text and accessibility checking tools.

SEO basics

Writing page titles and descriptions, choosing keywords and structuring content so search engines understand it.

AODA trainingAccessibility Training for [ice]Ontario Organizations[/ice]

The AODA requires organizations to train employees and volunteers on the Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Human Rights Code as it relates to people with disabilities, as appropriate to their duties. For staff who create or update web content and documents, practical training in accessible content is one of the most effective ways to stay compliant.

Our accessibility training focuses on the skills people use every day. Participants leave knowing how to create accessible content and how to check it.

Illustrated craig reviewing details on his laptop

Questions we hear a lot Training & Workshops [ice]FAQs[/ice]

Do you train people on websites you didn’t build?

Yes, especially WordPress sites. We’ll review the site first so the session matches how it’s set up.

Can training be done online?

Absolutely. We run sessions over video with screen-sharing, so location isn’t a barrier.

What accessibility training do you offer?

AODA and accessibility awareness, accessible website content, and creating accessible Adobe PDF, Word, PowerPoint and Excel documents, so your staff can build accessible content and templates going forward.

Does the AODA require accessibility training?

Yes. Ontario’s accessibility standards require organizations to train employees and volunteers on the accessibility requirements that apply to their work. We can run workshops that help your team understand and meet them.

Can you run a workshop for our whole office?

Absolutely. We tailor workshops to your team, run them in person in Waterloo Region or online, and leave everyone with notes and visual guides.

Is training included with a new website?

Yes. Every website package includes training and support after launch; the amount depends on your package.

How long are training sessions?

Sessions range from one hour to a full day depending on the topics and group size.

Do participants get notes?

Yes. Everyone receives step-by-step notes with screenshots to keep.

Can sessions be recorded?

Online sessions can be recorded for your team’s internal use.

Can you train volunteers at a non-profit?

Yes, and non-profits may be eligible for our discounts.

Do you offer WordPress training?

Yes. WordPress, WooCommerce and Elementor training are among our most requested sessions.

Do you offer follow-up support after training?

Yes. Many clients book short follow-up sessions or email us questions as they come up.