Looking for continuing education units? Want to receive expert knowledge from an industry leader in accessibility? You've found the right firm. Accessology continues to lead the way in providing informative yet engaging training seminars on both the basics and finer points of access.

Accreditations

Accessology offers accreditations with Health Safety Welfare (HSW), International Interior Design Association (IIDA ), Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA), and LCU Learning Credit Unit for Attorneys.

If you are in need of an accreditation that we do not currently offer, please contact us and we will look into it for you.

Training Schedule

Check out our current schedule and register today for a seminar near you. Listed below are the seminars we've offered in the past and hope to schedule in the future based on demand.

ADA for Municipalities:

With the enactment of the 2010 ADAAG standards there are many changes and there has been an enormous increase in Department of Justice involvement amongst municipalities, some of which has come to some very costly settlement agreements. This class is designed specifically for municipalities and will go into great detail on the requirements for curb ramps, public rights of way, parks and municipal facilities. It will provide a logical approach to compliance, planning and achieving overall access. This class is the first of its kind, designed specifically for the nuances of municipal compliance.

Revised ADAAG — 8 hours

This seminar provides you in-depth coverage of the revised ADA-ABA guidelines in comparison with the currently enforceable ADAAG standards. Also covered are the implications of the revised state standards. We will help you understand what standards to use, and when.

Fair Housing — 8 hours

This nine-module seminar provides an in-depth study of the application of the Fair Housing Act. Including modules on design compliance and enforcement, this is the perfect seminar for anyone building multi-family residences, and especially campus housing.

Unlocking the Mysteries of Access — 8 hours and 4 hours

This seminar provides you in-depth knowledge of state and federal accessibility standards, for commercial properties, and the differences between complying with state standards and federal laws. You will learn the genesis of accessibility in America, as well as the plans for the future. The concept of universal design and its application is detailed for all types of projects. We will enlighten you about the upcoming changes to federal and state standards, as well as how to protect yourself and your company from access related complaints and legal action. (can be broken into two four hour sessions)

Understanding Exterior Access — 4 hours

If you're looking for in-depth knowledge on just exterior issues, this seminar is perfect for you. State and federal access requirements as they pertain to exterior environments are clearly explained. You will also learn how to plan access in advance and avoid costly after-the-fact resolutions, as well as how to protect yourself from potential access related complaints. This seminar also covers the most frequently missed access elements and the most vulnerable areas of compliance.

Understanding Exterior Access — 2 hours

For those concerned solely with exterior issues, this intermediate level seminar is the perfect one for you. The essentials of both state and federal access requirements as they pertain to exterior environments are clearly explained. You will also learn how to plan access in advance and avoid costly after-the-fact resolutions, as well as how to protect yourself from potential access related complaints.

Understanding Interior Access — 4 hours

If you're looking for in-depth knowledge on just interior issues, this seminar is for you. State and federal access requirements as they pertain to interior environments are clearly explained. You will also learn how to plan access in advance and avoid costly after-the-fact resolutions, as well as how to protect yourself from potential access related complaints. This seminar also covers the most frequently missed access elements and the most vulnerable areas of compliance.

Understanding Interior Access — 2 hours

For those concerned solely with interior issues, this intermediate level seminar is the one for you. The essentials of both state and federal access requirements as they pertain to interior environments are clearly explained. You will also learn how to plan access in advance and avoid costly after-the-fact resolutions, as well as how to protect yourself from potential access related complaints.

Becoming Access-Able — 2 hours

This seminar provides an introductory look at all aspects of access compliance. The differences between state and federal requirements are clearly described for you, as well as how to bring an existing building into compliance. You will also leave knowing your rights and responsibilities, and effective strategies for protecting yourself from access related complaints.

Becoming Access-Able — 3 hours and 4 hours

This seminar delivers intermediate level knowledge on all aspects of access compliance. The differences between state and federal requirements are clearly described for you, as well as how to bring an existing building into compliance. You will also leave knowing your rights and responsibilities, and effective strategies for protecting yourself from access related complaints.

Changes in Access — 2 hours

This seminar provides a peek into the upcoming changes in Accessibility, both state and federal. It will highlight some of the larger expected changes, and help the audience understand the implementation process and their responsibilities both current and future.

Introduction to Access- 1-hour and 1.5 hours

Ideal for luncheons or staff meetings, our most basic seminar introduces the requirements of state and federal accessibility and the rights and responsibilities of different parties under each. If you're pressed for time, and just need the nuts and bolts of access, this is the seminar for you.

If you would like to see one of these seminars on our schedule, or you have ideas for a new seminar, please contact us.