Accessibility Statement for Apex Academy
Apex Academy is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors and strive to apply the relevant accessibility standards. We believe that everyone should have equal access to online educational resources, regardless of disability.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
Apex Academy adheres to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, as defined by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines outline how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines helps make the web more user-friendly for all people.
Accessibility Features
We have implemented the following features to enhance the accessibility of our website:
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand the purpose of different page elements.
- Alternative Text for Images: All images have descriptive alternative text, allowing screen readers to convey the content of the images to users.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, ensuring that users who cannot use a mouse can still access all content and functionality.
- Sufficient Color Contrast: We ensure that there is sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to meet WCAG requirements and improve readability for users with low vision.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website using their browser settings, without losing content or functionality.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website has a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find the information they need.
- Form Labels and Instructions: All form fields have clear labels and instructions, helping users understand how to complete forms correctly.
- ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies about dynamic content and interactive elements.
- Skip Navigation Link: A skip navigation link is provided at the top of each page, allowing users to bypass the main navigation and jump directly to the main content.
- Video Captions and Transcripts: All video content includes captions and transcripts, making it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Specific Accessibility Considerations
Fonts and Typography
We use the Inter font, which is designed for readability on screens. Font sizes are adjustable through browser settings. We ensure sufficient line height and letter spacing to improve readability.
Color and Contrast
Color is not used as the sole means of conveying information. We maintain a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for text and background colors, as required by WCAG 2.1 Level AA. Users can also utilize browser extensions or operating system settings to customize colors and contrast to their preferences.
Images
All images include descriptive alt text, providing context for users who cannot see the images. Decorative images are marked as such, so they are ignored by screen readers. Image sizes are optimized for performance without compromising accessibility.
Video and Audio Content
All videos on our site include accurate captions and transcripts. Audio content is accompanied by transcripts. We provide controls to pause, play, and adjust the volume of multimedia content.
Forms
Forms are structured with clear labels and instructions. Input fields are properly associated with their labels using the
<label>
element. Error messages are clearly displayed and provide guidance on how to correct mistakes. We strive to minimize the use of CAPTCHAs, and when they are necessary, we provide alternative methods that do not require visual recognition.
Tables
Data tables use appropriate headers and captions to provide context and structure. Column and row headers are correctly marked using the
<th>
element with the
scope
attribute. Complex tables are avoided whenever possible, or are broken down into smaller, more manageable tables.
| Course Name | Enrollment Count | Completion Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Data Science Fundamentals | 250 | 85% |
| Full-Stack Web Development | 300 | 90% |
| Business Analytics with Excel | 200 | 75% |
Ongoing Efforts
We are committed to ongoing efforts to maintain and improve the accessibility of our website. Our team regularly reviews our website and tests it with assistive technologies to identify and address any accessibility issues. We also provide accessibility training to our content creators and developers to ensure that accessibility is considered in all aspects of our online platform.
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Apex Academy. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website, please let us know. Your feedback will help us improve our website and provide a better user experience for everyone.
You can contact us via:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 020 7946 0879
- Postal Address: Apex Academy Ltd, 12 Baker Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 3BW
Third-Party Content
Some of our content is provided by third parties. While we strive to ensure that all content is accessible, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content. We encourage third-party content providers to adhere to accessibility guidelines, and we will work with them to address any accessibility issues that arise.
Exceptions
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility of Apex Academy, there may be some limitations. Please be aware that some older content may not fully conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA. We are working to address these issues and appreciate your patience.
Compliance Date
This accessibility statement was last updated on 26 October 2023.
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