PEAC 100

PEAC 100: Applying Accessibility Foundations

Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to foster accessibility and inclusion in your workplace and beyond! PEAC 100 provides a practical foundation for identifying barriers, applying inclusive strategies, and embedding accessibility into decision-making and everyday interactions.

We strongly encourage participants to take PEAC 100 before engaging in any other PEAC courses, as participants will be equipped with the essential foundational knowledge and perspective needed to take actionable steps toward accessibility in their organizations and communities.

For more information about the Professional Education for Accessibility Competence (PEAC) program, please visit our main webpage.

Ideally Designed For

• PEOPLE LEADERS & WORKPLACE DECISION-MAKERS
  • Managers & Supervisors: Those overseeing teams and workplace culture.
  • Executives & Senior Leaders: Those responsible for strategic decision-making and organizational change.
  • Human Resources (HR) Professionals: Recruiters, HR business partners, and those responsible for workplace policies.
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Professionals: Those embedding accessibility within broader inclusion efforts.
• CUSTOMER & CLIENT-FACING PROFESSIONALS
  • Customer Service Representatives: Those engaging with diverse clients, customers, and the public.
  • Sales & Marketing Teams: Those creating inclusive messaging, branding, and customer experiences.
  • Public Relations & Communications Specialists: Those shaping company narratives and external messaging.
• WORKPLACE & ENVIRONMENT DESIGNERS
  • Facilities & Operations Managers: Those responsible for ensuring physical environments are accessible.
  • IT & Digital Accessibility Teams: Those involved in technology, digital tools, and online accessibility.
  • Learning & Development Professionals: Those designing employee training and professional development programs.
• POLICY, LEGAL, & COMPLIANCE PROFESSIONALS
  • Corporate Policy Makers: Those shaping internal guidelines, accessibility policies, and workplace regulations.
  • Legal & Compliance Teams: Those responsible for ensuring organizations meet accessibility laws and standards.
• EDUCATORS & ADVOCATES FOR ACCESSIBILITY
  • Disability & Accessibility Advocates: Those championing inclusive practices in professional and community spaces.
  • Educators & Academic Professionals – Those integrating accessibility principles into curriculum and learning environments.
• INDIVIDUALS SEEKING TO EMBED ACCESSIBILITY IN THEIR WORK
  • Anyone New to Accessibility & Inclusion: Individuals at any career level who want to build foundational knowledge.
  • Professionals in Cross-Functional Roles: Employees who may not have accessibility in their job title but impact inclusion.
  • Entrepreneurs & Business Owners: Those looking to create accessible workplaces, services, and products.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of PEAC 100, you will learn how to:

• Identify Disability Frameworks: Examine the differences between key models of disability, their individual and societal impacts, and how they shape workplace accessibility.
• Recognize Barriers: Identify physical, social, attitudinal, and communication barriers experienced by people with disabilities in the community and workplace.
• Apply Adaptive Strategies: Explore a variety of adaptive strategies which can enhance the accessibility and inclusion of the workplace for everyone, including people with disabilities.
• Foster Respectful Communication: Adopt intentional and inclusive language when discussing accessibility and interacting with people with disabilities.
• Understand Intersectionality: Analyze how disability intersects with race, gender, socioeconomic status and other factors that shape diverse lived experiences and access to opportunities.
• Lead with Compassion: Transform your workplace culture by embracing human-centered communication and allyship practices that prioritize respect, understanding, and meaningful engagement.

Pricing

Individual Rates

Each PEAC Competency is available for $997 + HST.

Group Rates

Do you have five or more team members who would like to take PEAC? Bulk enrollment entitles you to discounted pricing, allowing you to train more team members within your budget and maximizing your investment in accessibility and professional development. Visit our Group Enrollment webpage for more information. 

Upcoming Sessions:

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Multi Day

PEAC 100: Applying Accessibility Foundations

• January 13 to 15
• Virtual Event

Multi Day

PEAC 100: Applying Accessibility Foundations

• March 10 to 12
• Virtual Event

What To Expect During PEAC 100

Accommodations

We are committed to adapting to the needs of all participants and welcome feedback on how we can support your engagement in PEAC. If you require any specific accommodations, please reach out as soon as possible, and we are happy to work with you to ensure an accessible and inclusive learning experience.

Meet Your Instructor

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Jenna Lambert

• PEAC 100 Instructor

Looking for more information? Visit the PEAC homepage or Frequently Asked Questions page to learn more about the Professional Education for Accessibility Competence program.