Description of training
The number of users accessing the internet via devices and assistive technologies is growing. Ensuring digital accessibility has become an absolute necessity. The aim of this training course is to provide web designers with the practical knowledge and skills necessary to create websites that comply with WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines), the provisions of the European Accessibility Directive (EAA - European Accessibility Act) and current (as of 2025) Polish legislation.
The training has been prepared with the following in mind:
- uX/UI designers and front-end developers,
- graphic designers working on web projects,
- people responsible for supervising and coordinating accessibility implementation processes,
- usability consultants and web quality specialists.
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Training objectives
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Understanding the legal context
- Discussion of the main objectives of the EAA and the timetable for implementation in EU member states, with a focus on Poland (deadlines, obligations, sanctions).
- Analysis of the Polish Act on Ensuring Digital Accessibility of Public Entities' Websites and Mobile Applications (Journal of Laws 2019, item 848, as amended) and implementing regulations (including the 2019 Ordinance of the Minister of Digitalisation on Technical Standards).
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Learning about the WCAG guidelines (versions 2.1 / 2.2)
- Discussion of the POUR principles (Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust).
- Practical examples of success criteria (SC) at levels A, AA and selected elements of 2.2 (e.g. Focus Appearance, Dragging Movements).
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Analysis of EAA requirements in the context of design and testing
- Overview of EAA requirements with WCAG/EN 301 549 v3.x, including differences and harmonisation.
- Methods for confirming compliance with the EAA (audit, self-assessment, report).
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Polish specific regulations - practical aspects of implementation
- Detailed discussion of technical aspects: contrast, navigation accessibility, ARIA labels, HTML semantics.
- Requirements for published documents (PDF, Word, PPT) - technical principles for creating accessible documents.
- Procedures for reporting and removing barriers - the role of the Accessibility Officer.
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Practical workshops
- Demonstration of manual testing (e.g. using NVDA/JAWS screen readers, browser development tools, online validators).
- Practical exercises: identifying and fixing accessibility errors in selected HTML/CSS/JavaScript code snippets.
- Designing WCAG-compliant components (forms, tables, navigation, multimedia).
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Preparing accessibility documentation
- Creation of accessibility declarations for public and private entities.
- Reporting of audit results and technical documentation - templates and recommendations.
Target group
- Web designers (UX/UI, front-end)
- Web developers
- Quality and usability specialists
- Digital project coordinators
- People responsible for ensuring accessibility in an organisation
The training is provided at an intermediate level: basic knowledge of HTML/CSS and general web design principles is required.
Detailed training programme
| Module | Scope |
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| 1. Introduction to digital accessibility | - Definition and meaning of digital accessibility - User groups with special needs (people with sensory, motor, cognitive disabilities) - Business and societal benefits of accessibility |
| 2. Legal framework: EAA and Polish regulations 2025 | - Key assumptions of the European Accessibility Directive (EAA) - Timetable for implementation in the EU (as of 2025) - Act on ensuring digital accessibility in Poland (Journal of Laws 2019, item 848, as amended) - Implementing regulations and guidelines of the NPRM - Penalties and sanctions for non-compliance |
| 3. WCAG standard - theory and practice | - WCAG (2.1 - 2.2) - POUR principles (Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust) - Detailed discussion of the success criteria of levels A and AA (earlier versions) and new elements from 2.2 (Focus Appearance, Dragging Movements, etc.) - Examples and demonstrations of requirements implementation (alternative descriptions, tab order, form labels, transcriptions and captions) |
| 4. Accessibility testing tools and methods | - Automatic validators (axe DevTools, WAVE, Lighthouse) - Manual tests using screen readers (NVDA, JAWS) and visual impairment simulators (Color Contrast Analyzer) - Usability testing (tests with users with disabilities) - Documentation and reporting of audit results |
| 5. Practical workshops: Identification and correction of errors | - Group exercises: Analysis of source code fragments of a website in terms of accessibility - Improving elements: HTML semantics, ARIA, colour contrast, navigation elements - Examples of improvements in JavaScript (e.g. keyboard support for dynamic elements) - Verification of effects - before and after comparison |
| 6. Specifics of accessible documents and multimedia | - Creation of accessible PDF documents (structured markup, tagging, titles, formatting) - Accessibility of PowerPoint presentations and Word documents - Principles of video preparation (subtitles, audio description) - Hosting accessible files (alternative files, metadata) |
| 7. EAA requirements vs. WCAG/EN 301 549 v3.x | - Comparison of the guidelines: what comes from the EAA and what comes from WCAG/EN 301 549 - Discussion of specific hardware and software requirements (e.g. minimum contrast criteria, accessibility features in operating systems) - Examples of the most critical differences and harmonisation in practice |
| 8. Documentation and Declaration of Accessibility | - Templates for accessibility declarations (public and private entities) - Mandatory elements of documentation (description of inaccessible content, timetable for removal of barriers) - Tools to generate and publish the declarations (accessibility tab generator on the website) - Procedure for updating and reviewing the declarations |
| 9. Good design practices and the future of accessibility | - Universal Design principles in a web context - Trends and forecasts - WCAG 3.0, development of assistive technologies, mobile requirements - Team building and culture of accessibility in an organisation |
| 10. Question and answer session / case study discussion | - Interactive discussion on the participants' real challenges - Analysis of a specific project (participation in an anonymous analysis of fragments of a project prepared by the participants) |
Training methodology
- Form: workshop and lecture, with a large number of practical examples and group exercises.
- Materials: multimedia presentation, scripts containing selected code fragments, list of useful tools, templates of accessibility declarations.
- Interaction: discussions, analysis of participant questions, quizzes to summarise each module.
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Technical requirements on the part of the participants:
- Laptop with internet access
- Installed code editor (e.g. Visual Studio Code)
- Browser with plug-ins for accessibility testing (e.g. axe DevTools)
- Optional: NVDA screen reader (for participants who want to get to know the test environment)
Benefits for participants
- Comprehensive knowledge of current legal requirements (EAA, Polish law) and international standards (WCAG 2.1/2.2, EN 301 549).
- Practical skills to identify and eliminate accessibility barriers in web projects.
- Ready-made document templates (accessibility declarations, audit reports) to use in your organisations.
- Training materials - presentation and exercise scripts in electronic version (PDF).
- Certificate of completion confirming the competences acquired.
Host
Maciej Chmielowski
- Digital accessibility trainer, with more than 18 years of experience in leading website implementation projects.
- Author of articles on the topics of: Digital Accessibility, Web Usability.
Organisational information
- Duration: 2 days (2x 8 hours)
- Form: on-site (workshop in the training room) or online (live via e-learning platform, possibility to ask questions via chat and video).
- Group size: max. 12 persons (to ensure optimal conditions for discussion and individual consultation).
- Implementation date: to be determined individually in the training calendar - possible dates from July 2025.
- Online version: the training takes place via video streaming, we provide access to a test platform on which participants perform exercises.
Price and payment terms
- Basic price (2-day residential or online training): pLN 2400 net/person.
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Discounts:
- When registering min. 3 participants from one organisation - 15 % discount.
- Permanent training contracts (4 or more trainings per year) - negotiable company rate.
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Included in the training price:
- Certificate of training completion
- Training materials in electronic form
- Access to recordings of presentation excerpts (online) for 30 days after the training
- Post-training consultations online for 14 days (e-mail, short meetings)
Payment terms: transfer within 14 days of the invoice date. It is possible to pay by card or electronic transfer.
Enrolment and contact
To sign up for training or for further information, please contact:
- E-mail: kontakt@krakweb.pl
- Phone: +48530555521
- Contact form: available below
Additional information:
- The training has been prepared based on industry best practices and in accordance with WCAG 2.1/2.2, EN 301 549 v3.x, EAA requirements and Polish regulations effective from 2025.
- Upon completion of the training, participants receive a list of recommended tools for accessibility testing, as well as access to a closed discussion group to share experiences and ask about current issues.
We invite you to sign up and build a barrier-free online reality together!
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