Course Overview
TOPThis Bits & Bytes session equips users with the tools and know-how to make Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files inclusive and accessible for all. Whether you're prepping documents for colleagues with disabilities or aiming to meet compliance standards, this quick course helps you do it right beautifully and confidently.
This is a demonstration style webinar and Q&A Session only, no software/files
Scheduled Classes
TOP| 12/16/25 - VIR - Live Virtual Demo w/ Q&A - Live Virtual Demo w/ Q&A | (click to enroll)
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| 03/19/26 - VIR - Live Virtual Demo w/ Q&A - Live Virtual Demo w/ Q&A | (click to enroll)
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| 06/22/26 - VIR - Live Virtual Demo w/ Q&A - Live Virtual Demo w/ Q&A | (click to enroll)
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What You'll Learn
TOPUnderstand what accessibility means in the context of Microsoft 365
Format Word documents for screen reader compatibility
Design Excel workbooks with accessible structure and clarity
Build PowerPoint presentations that are both stunning and inclusive
Use built-in accessibility checkers to ensure compliance
Outline
TOPWhat Is Accessibility?
- Defining accessibility in digital documents
- Understanding common user needs: visual, auditory, motor, cognitive
Accessible Word Documents
- Heading structures
- Alt text for images
- Proper use of tables and lists
- Contrast and font choices
Accessible Excel Workbooks
- Naming sheets and using meaningful labels
- Avoiding merged cells and using clear structures
- Adding alt text to charts and visuals
Accessible PowerPoint Presentations
- Slide titles and reading order
- Color contrast and visual clarity
- Best practices for slide design
- Best practices for multimedia content
The Accessibility Checker
- How to run and interpret Microsoft s accessibility reports
- Fixing issues and learning from feedback
Prerequisites
TOPBasic familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. No accessibility background needed this is where it begins!
Who Should Attend
TOPAdministrative professionals, content creators, managers, educators, HR teams, and anyone who shares digital content within or beyond the organization.
