Accessibility Statement
We practice what we preach. AutismCertified is designed to be welcoming and usable for everyone.
Our Commitment
AutismCertified is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people of all abilities. As an autism-friendly certification platform, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of inclusive design. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply the relevant accessibility standards.
Standards We Follow
- ✓WCAG 2.1 Level AA — We strive to meet or exceed Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 at the AA level.
- ✓Section 508 — Our platform is designed to comply with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.
- ✓ADA Compliance — We follow Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines for digital accessibility.
Autism-Friendly Design Principles
Beyond standard accessibility, we apply autism-specific design principles throughout our platform:
Calming Colors
Warm, muted palette that reduces sensory overwhelm
Predictable Navigation
Consistent layout and clear wayfinding on every page
Reduced Motion
Respects prefers-reduced-motion for users sensitive to animation
Clear Typography
High-contrast text with readable font sizes and spacing
Touch-Friendly
Minimum 44px touch targets for comfortable interaction
No Autoplay
No autoplaying audio or video that could cause distress
Accessibility Features
- • Skip-to-content link for keyboard navigation
- • Semantic HTML with proper heading hierarchy
- • Alt text on all meaningful images
- • Sufficient color contrast ratios (minimum 4.5:1)
- • Focus indicators on all interactive elements
- • Forms with proper labels and error messages
- • Responsive design that works on all screen sizes
- • No content that flashes more than 3 times per second
Known Limitations
We are continuously working to improve accessibility. If you encounter any barriers, please let us know so we can address them promptly. Some third-party content or integrations may not fully meet our accessibility standards.
Feedback & Contact
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of AutismCertified. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
Contact Us About Accessibility →We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days.