College of Education and Professional Studies

Accessibility and Disability Study

Minor | Certificate

Minor or Certificate in Accessibility Studies

The Accessibility and Disability Studies program dives into the ways that disabilities intersect with society, examining how accessibility affects every facet of our lives.

From exploring policies and designs to examining technology and culture, our interdisciplinary approach fosters critical thinking and empowers you to advocate for equitable access. Join us in creating positive social change and building a more inclusive world.

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Accessibility and Disability Studies

Dr. Naomi Jeffery Petersen, Director
Black Hall 214-5

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What You'll Study

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Minor

Courses

  • ASP 305 - Accessibility and User Experience 
  • ASP 425 - Universal Design 
  • ASP 435 - Accessible Information Design 
  • ASP 485 - Accessibility and Disability Studies Capstone

Department-Approved Electives

  • ASP 184 - Padstone First Year Experience
  • ASP 410 - Current Issues of Accessibility and Disability
  • ASP 420 - Universal Design for Learning
  • ASP 440 - Disability, Accessibility, and Social Justice 
  • ASP 452 - Media Representations of Disability
  • ASP 475 - Research Methods for Accessibility Studies
  • ASP 492 - Advanced Practicum in Accessibility Studies

Certificate

Courses

  • ASP 305 - Accessibility and User Experience
  • ASP 425 - Universal Design
  • ASP 435 - Accessible Information Design
  • ASP 485 - Accessibility and Disability Studies Capstone

Department-Approved Electives

  • ASP 410 - Current Issues of Accessibility and Disability
  • ASP 420 - Universal Design for Learning
  • ASP 452 - Media Representations of Disability
  • ASP 475 - Research Methods for Accessibility Studies
  • ASP 492 - Advanced Practicum in Accessibility Studies

 

Accessibility Club

The Accessibility Studies Club is an informal gathering of people interested in the topic of accessibility. Discussions range from accessibility on campus to the representation of disability in tabletop and roleplaying games.

Small Classes

Receive personalized attention and engage in meaningful discussions, making it easier build supportive relationships within the classroom.

Accessibility, Disability, and More

Learn about how disability and accessibility intersect with other marginalized identities through a discussion of structural inequality and opportunities for advocacy.

Combining Subjects

Our program connects different areas of knowledge, enabling you to see the bigger picture and address problems from multiple angles.

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Mission

Accessibility Studies Programs at Central Washington University work to define the experiences of people in all environments so the design will achieve maximum functionality and participation. We provide an academic voice for people with a broad range of abilities. We are committed to confronting the stigma, habits, and assumptions that combine to limit full engagement and independence.

Vision

Our vision is for principles of universal design to become common sense for all people.