Accessibility Statement for NovaLearn
At NovaLearn, located in vibrant San Francisco, we are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We continuously work to improve the user experience for all visitors, adhering to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.
Our Commitment
NovaLearn believes that education should be accessible to all, regardless of ability. As such, we are dedicated to providing a website that is usable by people with disabilities, including those with visual, auditory, cognitive, and motor impairments. We view accessibility as an ongoing effort and are constantly seeking solutions to ensure our site remains accessible.
Accessibility Features
To ensure a positive experience for all users, NovaLearn has implemented the following accessibility features:
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and navigate.
- Alternative Text: All images have descriptive alternative text, providing context for users who cannot see them.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and features.
- Color Contrast: We have carefully chosen color combinations that provide sufficient contrast between text and background, ensuring readability for users with visual impairments.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily adjust the text size on our website 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 what they are looking for.
- Forms: All form fields are properly labeled and include clear instructions to assist users in completing them.
- Video Captions and Transcripts: All video content includes captions and transcripts, making it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Conformance Status
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. NovaLearn is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.
Ongoing Efforts
NovaLearn is committed to continually improving the accessibility of our website. Our efforts include:
- Regularly auditing our website for accessibility issues.
- Providing accessibility training to our development team.
- Incorporating accessibility considerations into our design and development processes.
- Seeking feedback from users with disabilities to identify areas for improvement.
- Using automated accessibility testing tools to identify potential issues.
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility of NovaLearn, there may be some limitations. Below is a description of known limitations, and potential solutions. Please contact us if you observe an issue not listed below.
| Area | Description | Potential Solution | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Third-Party Plugins | Some third-party plugins may not be fully accessible. | We are working with vendors to ensure their plugins meet accessibility standards. | Ongoing |
| Complex Tables | Complex data tables may be difficult to navigate with assistive technologies. | We are simplifying table structures and providing alternative formats for data. | In Progress |
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of NovaLearn. Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website.
You can contact us via:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (415) 555-0123
- Postal Address: 555 Market Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94105
Accessibility Support
If you have difficulty accessing any part of our website, please contact our accessibility support team. We will work with you to provide the information or service you need in a format that is accessible to you.
Formal Complaints
If you have a formal complaint regarding the accessibility of NovaLearn, please submit your complaint in writing to the postal address listed above. We will respond to your complaint within 10 business days.
Assessment Approach
NovaLearn assesses the accessibility of its website using the following approaches:
- Self-evaluation
- External evaluation by accessibility consultants
Technical Specifications
Accessibility of NovaLearn relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.
Date
This statement was created on October 26, 2023 and last updated on October 27, 2023.
Resources
For more information about web accessibility, please visit the following resources:
Contact Information
For any accessibility related assistance, please contact:
Eleanor Vance
Accessibility Officer, NovaLearn
Phone: (415) 555-0123 ext. 110
Email: [email protected]
Our offices are located at 555 Market Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94105.