ADA, Accessibility, and Accommodations in Higher Education

This course provides necessary insight to understand, distinguish, and perform the spirit of the law as described in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and 2003 and other relevant laws for compliance purposes.

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About this Course

Individuals working in higher education must be able to understand the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and 2003, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (504), and other relevant laws. The course utilizes a 21st century approach to ADA, accessibility, and accommodations in higher education, while sharing best practices, case studies, and examples throughout the course.

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Language Availability: English

Suggested Audiences: Faculty, Staff, Students

Organizational Subscription Price: $675 per year/per site for government and non-profit organizations; $750 per year/per site for for-profit organizations
Independent Learner Price: $99 per person

Course Content

What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? CME/CEU Badge

This module provides an overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other disability laws, including the legal implications for higher education.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21004 (English)
Author(s): Tiffany Bailey, MS - The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Disability Access in Higher Education CME/CEU Badge

This module provides an overview of disability access in higher education by exploring historical and contemporary ideas about disability and accessibility.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21005 (English)
Author(s): Amanda Kraus, PhD - The University of Arizona

Disability Resource Centers CME/CEU Badge

This module discusses the role of a campus Disability Services Office (DSO) or Disability Resource Center (DRC) in managing disability access and ADA compliance. It also discusses the emergence of the disability resources profession.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21006 (English)
Author(s): Amanda Kraus, PhD - The University of Arizona

Accessible Student Life CME/CEU Badge

"Student life” is an umbrella term that describes the cocurricular postsecondary experience and is predicated on the idea that learning happens outside of the classroom. This module examines student life, discusses its theoretical underpinnings, and presents practical strategies to ensure accessibility.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21007 (English)
Author(s): Amanda Kraus, PhD - The University of Arizona

Accommodations in the Classroom CME/CEU Badge

This module explores accommodations in the classroom and the responsibilities of instructors to assist in determining and implementing reasonable accommodations.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21008 (English)
Author(s): Tiffany Bailey, MS - The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Web Accessibility CME/CEU Badge

This module examines the legal requirements for web accessibility, methods and best practices for digital access and design, and common accessibility tools and technologies.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21009 (English)
Author(s): Kristen Andersen, EdD

ADA and Administrative Considerations CME/CEU Badge

The final module examines university administrative processes and how the ADA intersects with areas such as parking, employee and guest accommodations, and the designated entities providing oversight within these areas.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21010 (English)
Author(s): Tiffany Bailey, MS - The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

CME/CEU Credits

All Participants
IACET CEU
Maximum 0.7 CEUs
(7 CE Certified modules)
No charge
December 1, 2025
July 31, 2027

FAQs

Who should take the ADA, Accessibility, and Accommodations in Higher Education course?

The suggested audience includes students, faculty, and staff that want to learn more about the Americans with Disabilities Act and other important laws and regulations related to accessibility in higher education.

How long does it take to complete the ADA, Accessibility, and Accommodations in Higher Education course?

This course consists of seven required modules. Each module should take approximately 20-30 minutes to complete.

What are the standard recommendations for learner groups?

This course is designed such that learners should complete all seven required modules in the recommended sequence.

Is this course eligible for continuing medical education credits?

Yes. This course is eligible for IACET CEUs at no cost. CITI Program is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training.

Why should an organization subscribe to this course?

Organizational subscriptions provide access to the organization's affiliated members. This allows organizations to train individuals across the organization on ADA compliance.

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