PEAC 500 - Accessibility Institute

PEAC 500: Developing Accessible Workplace Practices

Transform your workplace into a space where everyone can thrive! Developed in collaboration with INNoVA, PEAC 500 is designed for HR professionals, managers, and team leaders looking to move beyond compliance and build accessible and inclusive workplaces. Through engaging discussions, hands-on case studies, and real-world applications, you’ll learn to develop a clear organizational vision, create effective accessibility policies, and integrate best practices throughout the employment life cycle.

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. PEAC 100 focuses on the following topics:

PEAC 100 Topics

Models of Disability: Medical, charity, moral, economic, and social models.
Accessibility Language: Importance of inclusive language, person-first vs. identity-first language, and disability-related terminology.
Common Experiences of Disability: Disability statistics, types, visible vs. non-visible disabilities, and neurodiversity.
Barriers to Inclusion: Attitudinal, environmental/physical, communication, and systemic/policy barriers.
Creating Inclusive Spaces: Best practices for workplaces, introduction to universal design, active listening and allyship.
Disclosure and Accommodations: Understanding disclosure and duty to inform/inquire/ accommodate, and common best practices for recruitment and workplace accommodations.

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

Ideally Designed For

Human Resources Professionals: Those responsible for developing and implementing policies that ensure an accessible, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
Managers: Leaders who are looking to move beyond basic compliance to foster an environment where all employees, including those with disabilities, can thrive.
Team Leaders: Frontline supervisors and department heads who play a key role in integrating accessibility best practices into everyday operations.
Diversity & Inclusion Advocates: Professionals focused on building a culture that values accessibility and supports employee advancement at every stage—from recruitment to career development.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of PEAC 500, you will learn how to:

Build a Vision for Accessibility: Identify the key elements necessary for building a vision and commitment to accessibility in your workplace.
Develop Disability Confidence: Understand key concepts like disability confidence and workplace accessibility, ensuring your organization moves beyond basic compliance.
Navigate Employment Standards: Gain practical insights into employment accessibility standards and policies, recognizing how to apply them in a real-world setting.
Turn Vision into Action: Discover how to turn your commitment to accessibility into action by developing inclusive policies, systems, and a clear organizational vision.
Enhance the Employee Experience: Identify, evaluate and apply accessibility best practices at every stage of the employment life cycle from hiring to career advancement.
Lead with Confidence & Accountability: Gain skills to drive accessibility-focused decision-making, advocate for change, and promote leadership accountability to create an inclusive workplace.

Upcoming Sessions:

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PEAC 500: Developing Accessible Workplace Practices

May 20, 2025 – May 22, 2025

What To Expect During PEAC 500

Interactive Small Group Sessions: PEAC competencies are designed for intentional interaction, encouraging meaningful discussions and collaboration in small groups.
Engaging and Practical Learning: Expect real-world applications, scenario-based discussions, and case studies to deepen your understanding of accessibility.
Breaks to Support Focus: We include regular breaks to reduce screen fatigue and help participants stay engaged.
Opportunities to Ask Questions: We foster an open learning environment, allowing participants to seek clarification and engage in discussions throughout the session.
Flexible and Inclusive Formats: Our sessions are designed with accessibility in mind, including options for captions and course materials that have been reviewed for accessibility. Please see the accommodations section below for more information.
Exclusive Access: You will have access to download the course materials for three months after your session.

If you encounter any difficulties accessing or viewing course materials, please let us know as soon as possible so we can troubleshoot the issue together.

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 Instructors

Jamie Burton

PEAC 500 Instructor

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Meghan Kelly

PEAC 500 Instructor

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

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