Current Trainings, Activities and Events

Drawing the Line: What’s Working in the Accessible Design Industry

Presenter:
Rich Sternadori

Date:
10/11/2019

Registration Deadline:
09/30/2019
Registration Fee: $125
Location: City of Oklahoma City Training Center, 3738 SW 15TH Street, Oklahoma City, OK

Partner/Sponsor:
Oklahoma City Mayor's Committee on Disability Concerns, Oklahoma Statewide Independent Living Council, Southwest ADA Center, Great Plains ADA Center

Description:
This advanced architectural program examines key accessibility concepts of the 2010 DOJ Standards for Accessible Design and the 2017 International Code Council/A117.1 in an innovative format oriented toward practical solutions. We apply accessible design concepts using real world examples, examining what’s required; what’s changing; what’s harmonized; what works; and what does not work for people with disabilities, contractors, designers, code officials and state accessibility inspectors. The course delves into the shifting perceptions of accessibility and applications of mobility devices in society that brought about the new ICC/A117.1 expanded wheelchair footprints, turning radius’, and other fundamental changes that impact square footages, costs and business. We examine how those new ICC/A117.1 provisions do and do-not harmonize with the 2010 DOJ Standards. Throughout the full day program, we examine interpretations, technical assistance and clarifications from the US Access Board and the Dept. of Justice, designers, agencies and persons with disabilities, and technical assistance experts.

Deadline for registration is September 30, 2019

To register and pay on-line, click here: https://okc-mcdc.org/ada-special-session-workshop/

Online Trainings

ADA BASIC BUILDING BLOCKS: An Online Course about the ADA. (Southeast ADA Center)
This introductory web course on the ADA explores the legal requirements and spirit of the ADA. The course content is self-paced, organized into 12 topics, and designed to be studied in order. Upon completion of the course, you may be eligible to earn a certificate and one CEU if you meet ALL established criteria. The course is free, however, there is a $50 CEU fee that must be paid to receive continuing education credit. Good news! The Basic ADA Building Blocks Web course (moderated version) has been approved for 14 hours of CRCC credits.

Access E-Learning (AEL) is a ten-module tutorial that is a resource for those seeking to make their distance education accessible for individuals with disabilities. AEL offers information on the most common needs in distance education, and provides instruction in techniques that will enhance the usability of online materials for all students. Before using this tutorial, you must create a login. Registration is free and will give you unlimited access. Each time you want to use this tutorial, simply login with your email address and password.

AccessibilityOnline represents a collaborative training program between the National Network of ADA Centers (DBTACs) and the US Access Board. The program includes a series of free webinars and audio conferences on different topics of accessibility. Sessions are held on a monthly basis and cover a variety of topics concerning accessibility to the built environment, information and communication technologies, and transportation.

ADA Title I: Employment (New England ADA Center)
A free self-paced course on the employment requirements in Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), including the revisions in the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.

Architectural Accessibility Laws (New England ADA Center)
Overview of the four major federal laws that require accessibility in new construction or alterations: the ADA, the Architectural Barriers Act, the Fair Housing Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. At the end of the course you should be able to determine which laws apply to different projects. Approximately 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 LU/HSW credits from the American Institute of Architects.

At Your Service: Welcoming Customers with Disabilities (Southeast ADA Center)
A free online course designed to: increase understanding of the needs and experiences of people with disabilities; present how to adjust general customer service standards to meet the needs of the customer with a disability; develop basic etiquette for interacting with a customer who has a disability; show how to comply with statutes regarding service to people with disabilities, particularly the ADA and Section 508. This course is self-paced and available to anyone at anytime.

Disability Rights Overview (New England ADA Center) is designed to give a general understanding of the major federal disability laws and teaches people to be able to assess what laws apply in different discrimination scenarios. It also teaches them the resources for help and information about disability rights laws.

EASI Online Courses and the Certificate in Accessible Information Technology
EASI (Equal Access to Software and Information) has created 3 separate but interconnected programs specifically designed to support institutions making their computer and information technology systems accessible to students, staff and faculty with disabilities. Besides the Certificate program, EASI provides monthly 60-minute live Web conferences on current technology and an annual institutional membership with special networking and support features.

Job Accommodation Network's 2012 Federal Employer Winter Webcast Series
The three part series will cover the hiring and employment of people with disabilities in the Federal government, the interactive process, and best practices. JAN welcomes guest speakers from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and provides one session from its highly trained Principal Consultants. JAN Webcasts are available at no cost. Gather your employees together in a room for live, in-service training. Educate yourself, management, and other employees on disability etiquette, assistive technologies, management techniques, and the latest on accommodations and the employment provisions of the Rehabilitation Act. All Webcasts begin at 2 pm eastern. You must register to attend.

Job Accommodation Network's Multimedia Training Library
The JAN Multimedia Training Library provides training resources for JAN's users. These materials may be used in group training or by individuals. They may easily be incorporated into larger training events. Some resources are for general audiences, some are quite specific.

Job Accommodation Network's Approach to Reasonable Accommodations
JAN represents the most comprehensive resource for job accommodations available.

Partners in Education is a 3-hour online self-study course for parents of children with disabilities. The course is designed to teach the skills you need to advocate for your child. You will learn about:

  • Laws governing special education and how they protect your child's rights
  • Your role in your child's educational experience
  • Your child's Individualized Education Program (IEP) and your role in developing the IEP;
  • How to advocate for your child;
  • Your rights if you believe your child's educational rights have been violated.