TEXAS DIGITAL LEARNING ACCESSIBILITY CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Build Expertise in Digital Accessibility and Create Inclusive Digital Learning Experiences
Join 300+ educators, trainers, instructional designers, and administrators who’ve developed the expertise to confidently implement digital accessibility in their educational institutions.
Digital Accessibility Doesn't Have to Feel Overwhelming
Whether you’re an instructional designer, faculty member, trainer, or administrator, you believe all learners deserve equitable access to digital education. But implementing digital accessibility across your educational technology environment often feels like you’re navigating uncharted territory alone. What if there was a way to confidently build accessibility into everything you do—opening doors instead of worrying about barriers?
The reality many of us face: Students with disabilities often face barriers in digital learning environments, yet most of us lack the practical knowledge and institutional support to create comprehensive accessibility solutions.
You’re probably experiencing:
- Feeling overwhelmed by digital learning accessibility legal requirements and wondering if you're doing enough
- Working in isolation without practical EdTech accessibility implementation guidance for your specific role
- Lacking the confidence to advocate effectively for accessibility in your organization
- Struggling to move beyond basic compliance toward truly inclusive design
Your Digital Learning Accessibility Champions
We understand that journey:
You want to create truly inclusive digital learning experiences, but accessibility training often focuses on rules and regulations instead of building the confidence and EdTech community support you actually need.
What makes us different:
Since 2016, we’ve helped 300+ educators, trainers, and EdTech professionals transform from feeling overwhelmed to becoming digital accessibility champions in their educational technology organizations—not just checking compliance boxes, but creating meaningful change.
Why our approach works:
Dr. Jackie Gleason doesn’t just teach accessibility—she’s walked this path herself for over 17 years. With her doctorate in Educational Technology and deep understanding of the challenges you face, she creates a supportive environment where you’ll gain both the technical skills and the confidence to advocate for the changes that matter.
Master Digital Learning Accessibility at Your Level
Foundation Certificate: From Overwhelmed to Confident
$725 | 5-week cohort experience
Time Investment
Approximately 31 hours total (similar to a 3-credit college course, but much more practical)
Format
Online digital learning that fits your schedule, with an EdTech cohort that supports your journey (there are some scheduled deadlines)
Your Guide
Dr. Jackie Gleason, Ed.D., who's been where you are and will help you gain both skills and confidence
Choose the Digital Learning Path That Fits Your Role:
- Instructional Designer/Trainer: Build confidence creating accessible digital learning materials and empowering others
- Instructor/Faculty: Develop practical skills for accessible digital teaching and online course design
- Administrator: Gain expertise in policy development, compliance, and leading institutional change
You'll Transform Your Approach to:
- Legal requirements including OCR, current WCAG standards, Section 504, and Section 508 compliance
- Hands-on work with assistive technology and evaluating accessible EdTech tools
- Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and making them work in your educational technology organization
- Policy development, strategic procurement, and resolving accessibility challenges
- Creating a capstone project that demonstrates your new expertise in ways that matter for your role
More Than Just Training—You'll Gain:
- A supportive cohort community tailored to your professional role
- Comprehensive resources you'll use long after the program ends
- CPE credits, digital certificate, and free one-year TxDLA membership
- The confidence that comes from truly understanding accessibility (not just checking boxes)
Advanced Digital Learning Certificate: Showcase Your Impact
$450 | Portfolio-based recognition
Time Investment
Approximately 20 hours (equivalent to 1-credit college course)
Format
Flexible, self-directed portfolio development
Prerequisites
TxDLA Digital Accessibility Foundation Certificate
Program Details:
- Document real-world digital learning accessibility implementation
- Participate in 6 pre-selected TxDLA digital learning webinars, sessions, or videos
- Participate in 6 pre-selected TxDLA webinars, sessions, or videos
- Demonstrate thought leadership through reflective practice
- Receive recognition at annual TxDLA Conference
Important Dates
- Annual Review Deadline: February 1st of each year
- Certificate Presentation: TxDLA Annual Digital Learning Conference
Faculty Accessibility Micro-Courses Practical Skills
The Title II digital accessibility deadline just moved to April 26, 2027, but that’s a runway, not a reprieve. Faculty need practical training now, without a 5-week commitment. These one-week micro-courses deliver exactly what you need: immediate, actionable skills you can apply to your courses right away.
Upcoming Accessibility Certificate Events
Join these sessions to earn credits toward your certificate or continue your learning journey.
- Jul 27-Aug 21, 2026
- Online
Faculty Digital Accessibility Micro-Course Bundle of 4
- Sept 14-Oct 19, 2026
- Online
Digital Accessibility Certificate Program – Fall 2026
- Apr 1, 2026 - Mar 31, 2027
- Online
Advanced Digital Accessibility Certificate Program – 2026
What Sets TxDLA's Digital Accessibility Training Apart?
Personal Guidance:
Dr. Jackie Gleason understands your challenges because she's lived them—she'll support your entire journey with 17+ years of real-world experience
Your Professional Tribe:
Connect with other educators, trainers, and EdTech professionals who share your role and challenges, then join our growing community of 300+ accessibility champions
Practical Skills You'll Actually Use:
Learn implementation strategies that work in the real world, not just theoretical knowledge
Confidence to Lead Change:
Gain the expertise and support network you need to advocate effectively in your educational technology organization
Specialized Learning:
Choose from three unique tracks (Designer/Trainer, Faculty, or Administrator) tailored to your professional needs
What Our Digital Accessibility Graduates Are Saying
I learned more about accessibility in this course than in any of my doctoral work with my minor in instructional systems & technology. I'm such a fan of this program!
Lorna Harrison
Academic Engagement, Regulatory Affairs, Western Governor's University
There was a lot to learn and a lot to take away. I was able to walk away with action steps and resources to share with my department.
Course Graduate
Ready to Become a Digital Accessibility Champion?
Don't spend another semester wondering if you're doing enough or feeling isolated in your digital accessibility journey.
Join 300+ educators and EdTech professionals who’ve mastered digital learning accessibility and now confidently create inclusive educational technology experiences that work for everyone.
Questions? We’re here to help – contact Lisa Tomsio or 512-402-7797.
Sign up for the free Digital Accessibility Group for discussions of legal updates, practice skills and universal design for making digital content accessible.
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Program Disclaimer:
Digital learning accessibility is an ever-changing field. The TxDLA Digital Learning Accessibility Certificate indicates successful completion of rigorous training as of the certification date. TxDLA does not guarantee individual work quality and cannot be responsible for issues arising from training information.