Curious how many � (Xiaohongshu users) have ventured into UX design? During my learning journey, accessibility design wasn’t part of the curriculum – yet creating inclusive experiences for people with disabilities became my passion.
Here’s my curated list of accessibility design learning resources (drop your favorites in the comments too!) [shy]
🌟 [1] Google Accessibility
🌟 [2] Apple Accessibility Guidance
Perfect starting points! Both offer free, beginner-friendly video tutorials that make complex concepts digestible. Ideal for dipping your toes into accessibility waters. [thumbs up]
💎 [3] Deque University – IAAP Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies Certificate
Investment required [money][money]. Recommended by an accessibility team veteran, this comprehensive course delivers:
• Industry-recognized certification
• Role-specific modules (designers, developers etc.)
• Interactive quizzes and practical examples
Pro tip: The text-heavy sections could use more video supplements [laugh-cry]
🔍 [4] Nielsen Norman Certificate
A colleague’s top pick! While I haven’t completed their full program, their usability research methods (especially accessibility-focused content) have been invaluable in my daily work.
📜 [5] Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
The gold standard – saved for last because, let’s be honest, navigating this feels like decoding an ancient scroll. Essential yet… intense. 🤯
What resources have you discovered? Share your gems below!
Lillian Gibson 
Jesse Silva 
Bennett Miller
This is such a helpful roundup! I’ve been wanting to dive deeper into accessibility design after noticing how often it gets overlooked in basic UX courses. Apple’s guidelines have been my go-to, but I’ll definitely check out Google’s resources too.
I totally get why accessible design is so important—it’s something I’ve started paying more attention to since diving deeper into UX. The resources you shared are super helpful, especially Google Accessibility and Apple’s guidance. Do you have any tips for integrating these principles into a portfolio project?
Absolutely! Start by picking a project where you can showcase inclusive thinking—perhaps redesigning an existing product with accessibility in mind. Walk through each step of the design process with accessibility principles at the forefront, documenting your decisions and explaining how they benefit users. Tools like accessibility checkers and screen readers can help validate your work. Thanks for engaging on this important topic—it’s great to see designers prioritizing inclusivity!
I completely agree that accessibility should be a core part of any UX curriculum—it’s so important to create inclusive designs. I’ve bookmarked those Google and Apple resources; they seem super practical for diving deeper into this topic.
I love how you emphasized the importance of accessibility in UX design—it’s such an overlooked area but so crucial. I’ve bookmarked those Google and Apple resources; they seem super helpful. Have you tried any hands-on projects to practice these concepts?
I love that you included Google and Apple’s accessibility resources—those are gold standards in the industry. Do you have any personal favorite courses from the list? I’m curious which ones really stood out to you.
Absolutely! While all the courses on the list are excellent, my personal favorites are the Google Accessibility Fundamentals and the IBM Accessibility course. They offer such comprehensive insights into real-world challenges and solutions. Thanks for your interest—it’s great to see so much enthusiasm for accessible design!
I never realized how crucial accessible design is until reading this! Google Accessibility and Apple’s guidance are great starts, but I’d love to see more hands-on projects in these courses. Have you tried any of them yourself?
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! I completely agree—hands-on projects can make a huge difference in learning accessible design. Personally, I found that combining theory with practical exercises helped solidify my understanding. If you’re looking for more project-focused resources, check out some community-driven platforms like A11y Project; they often have real-world challenges to work on!