- Overview
- Competencies
- Core Competencies
- Advanced Competencies
- Registration and Delivery
- Cost
- Contact
Overview
The Accessibility Institute at Carleton University is proud to launch the Professional Education for Accessibility Competence (PEAC) program. PEAC is an accessibility education and training program designed for individuals, professionals, supervisors, leaders, and teams. This program is intended to help you upskill your accessibility knowledge and confidence in professional and workplace settings.
With PEAC you will build knowledge and capacity to better understand accessibility and disability perspectives and practices, as well as develop practical skills and gain access to tangible tools to enhance inclusivity within your role, team, and organization.
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Competencies
Upon successfully completing the core competency training modules, you will receive a certificate from Carleton University. * Completing each advanced competency earns additional unique seals that will be added to your certificate. See the cost below for eligibility for reduced rates with registrations in bulk (three or more modules within a designated period).
*Note: The certificate provided by the PEAC program is a recognition of educational achievement and not a professional designation.
Core Competencies
- PEAC 100: Accessibility and Disability Awareness
Empower your team with the tools and foundational knowledge necessary to foster a truly inclusive workplace. Participants will delve into the many models of disability, gain a broad understanding of accessibility, and develop practical skills to enhance inclusivity in their professional settings. By the conclusion of this competency, you will be ready to drive meaningful change, contributing to a more inclusive and equitable workplace.
- PEAC 200: Legislation, Policy, and Human Rights
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This competency delves into the legislative frameworks, policies, and regulations that work to shape accessibility practices across the country. Specifically, participants will gain a broad knowledge of Canadian accessibility laws and human rights codes, their implications, and how to implement them effectively within their own workplaces.
- PEAC 300: Inclusive and Universal Design
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Inclusive and universal design is at the heart of creating work environments, products, and experiences that can be used and accessed by people of all abilities, ages, and backgrounds. This module delves into the principles and practices of inclusive and universal design, equipping participants with the foundational knowledge and skills to begin looking at spaces, products, and services through a critical lens to ensure they are inherently accessible and user-friendly for all.
Advanced Competencies
You must complete the three required core competencies noted above before registering for the advanced competencies.
- PEAC 400: Strategic Planning with an Accessibility Lens
This competency is designed to empower managers, planners, and decision-makers with the tools and insights needed to weave accessibility into the fabric of strategic planning. Participants will learn to integrate accessibility considerations into strategic planning processes, ensuring that initiatives are inclusive from the outset.
- PEAC 500: Accessible Workplace Practices
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This competency aims to provide human resources professionals, managers, and team leaders with the knowledge and tools necessary to create and maintain an accessible and supportive work environment for all employees, including those with disabilities.
- PEAC 600: Accessibility in Learning Environments
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Covering the principles of accessible course design, inclusive teaching/training practices, developing accessible learning materials, and fostering an inclusive learning environment, this competency will prepare education and training professionals to meet the diverse needs of all learners as well as facilitate accessible educational opportunities.
- PEAC 700: Accessibility Technologies and Tools for Success
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This competency will provide professionals with an understanding of leveraging technology to create accessible workplace environments and experiences. Participants will learn about a variety of assistive technologies and web accessibility principles, as well as how artificial intelligence can be employed as a tool for effective, accessible solutions.
- PEAC 800: Web Accessibility
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Participants will explore the principles and practices necessary to create accessible web content and digital experiences for all users. In this competency, you will learn about web accessibility principles, an overview of compliance standards, and how to employ tools and resources to support you in your digital endeavours.
Registration and Delivery
PEAC is instructor-led and delivered live either online or in-person. In-person sessions will take place on campus at Carleton University and online sessions will be held via Zoom. All online sessions will run over two half days from 12 pm – 4 pm EST, and in-person sessions will run over one full day from 8 am – 5pm EST.
Registration is now open for the following accessibility competencies:
Cost
Individual Competency Module: $997 + HST
Competency Module Bundle: SAVE! Purchase three modules at a reduced rate of $750 + HST per module (savings of $741). All three training modules must be purchased at the same time and must be completed within 12 months.
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For Carleton University employees: Please email peac@carleton.ca to learn about reduced rates to register for PEAC.
Contact
If you have any questions about the PEAC program or registration, please contact the Accessibility Institute, and we will be happy to assist you: peac@carleton.ca.
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