Full course description
Course summary:
This course discusses the design standards for physical accessibility as requirements for new construction and alterations of the built environment that support public programming in recreation agencies.
Within this course, the learner will be introduced to the history of accessibility legislation; learn how to access, navigate, and use the ADA/ABA accessibility standards; and apply the standards in a variety of built-in exercises.
Course objectives:
After completing this course, learners should be able to:
- Identify the legislation, regulations, and policies related to physical accessibility.
- Discuss, as a general overview, the accessibility standards applicable under the ADA and ABA.
- Discuss how the functional limitations of disabilities are addressed in the accessibility standards.
- Discuss the most common technical provisions and their application to new construction and barrier removal in existing facilities.
Recommended background
This course is designed for facility managers and park and recreation providers who are interested in gaining a foundational knowledge of the requirements for accessible facilities within federal, state, and local agencies.
Course topics include:
- History of Accessibility Legislation
- Application of the Accessibility Standards
- Introduction to the ADA/ABA Accessibility Standards
- Accessible Site Elements and Furnishings
- Practice Activities
Elements of the course:
- Informational text
- Real-life examples
- Interactive practice activities
- Supplemental reference materials
- Final assessment
This course is self-paced, allowing learners the flexibility to complete the course as quickly or slowly as they need.
After completing all course content and activities, you will complete a final quiz to demonstrate your understanding of key course concepts. Upon successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a certificate of completion.
Course creators:
This course was designed and developed by the Eppley Center for Parks and Public Lands.
How to access:
Upon enrolling, you will receive instructions and the link to the Canvas course. Note: When you register, you will receive an email invitation. Be sure to accept that invitation, or Canvas will not allow you to open the course modules.
Enrollees can move through content modules at their own pace within the course timeframe.