Accessibility Statement for AussieVision Academy

AussieVision Academy is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We believe that all users, regardless of ability, should have equal access to our website and online resources. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our site to provide the best possible user experience.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

At AussieVision Academy, we understand the importance of creating a website that is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to implementing and maintaining accessibility standards to ensure that our website is usable by everyone.

Our commitment extends to providing accessible content and features, including:

• Alternative text for images and other non-text elements
• Keyboard navigation support
• Clear and consistent site structure
• Sufficient colour contrast
• Captions and transcripts for video and audio content
• Compatibility with screen readers and other assistive technologies

We strive to adhere to the principles of universal design, which aims to create products and environments that are usable by people of all abilities, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialised design.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented several features to enhance the accessibility of our website:

• Alternative Text: All images and non-text content have alternative text descriptions to convey their meaning to users who cannot see them.
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using only a keyboard, ensuring that users who cannot use a mouse can still access all content and features.
• Clear Structure: We have used semantic HTML to create a clear and consistent site structure, making it easier for users and assistive technologies to understand the content.
• Colour Contrast: We have ensured that there is sufficient colour contrast between text and background elements to make the content readable for users with visual impairments.
• Resizable Text: Users can increase the text size without loss of content or functionality. Most browsers support this functionality.
• Captions and Transcripts: All video and audio content includes captions and transcripts to make it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Forms: All forms are designed to be accessible and usable by people with disabilities. We've used labels properly associated with each field and provide clear instructions.

We are continuously working to add more accessibility features and improve the user experience for all visitors.

Compliance Standards

AussieVision Academy aims to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, a set of guidelines developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to improve web accessibility. These guidelines outline how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities.

We are committed to regularly reviewing and updating our website to ensure that it meets or exceeds these standards. Our team conducts ongoing accessibility audits and testing to identify and address any potential issues.

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are continually seeking ways to improve the accessibility of our website. Some of our ongoing initiatives include:

• Regularly auditing our website using automated accessibility testing tools and manual reviews.
• Providing accessibility training to our staff to ensure they understand best practices for creating accessible content.
• Monitoring user feedback and addressing any accessibility issues that are reported.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest accessibility standards and technologies.

We believe that accessibility is not just a requirement, but an opportunity to create a better user experience for everyone.

Feedback Mechanism

We value your feedback and are committed to addressing any accessibility issues that you may encounter. If you have any difficulty accessing any part of our website, please let us know. We welcome your comments and suggestions on how we can improve our accessibility efforts.

You can contact us via the following methods:

• Email: accessibility@aussievisonacademy.com.au
• Phone: 02 9988 7766 (Please ask for the Accessibility Officer)
• Mail: AussieVision Academy, Level 3, 15 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

Please provide as much detail as possible about the accessibility issue you are experiencing, including the specific web page, the assistive technology you are using, and any steps you have taken to try to resolve the issue. We will make every effort to respond to your feedback in a timely manner and address any accessibility concerns.

Our Accessibility Officer, Eleanor Vance, will be responsible for ensuring your feedback is addressed promptly and efficiently. She is committed to making AussieVision Academy accessible to all.

Exceptions

While we strive to make all content accessible, there may be some exceptions where content is not fully accessible. This may include:

• Third-party content that we do not have control over.
• Archived content that is no longer actively maintained.

We will make every effort to provide accessible alternatives for any content that is not fully accessible.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to websites operated by third parties. AussieVision Academy is not responsible for the accessibility of these websites. We encourage users to review the accessibility statements of any third-party websites they visit.