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Accessible Education

Education is the foundation of opportunity. GAC works with educational institutions to ensure that every student can access, participate in, and benefit from learning — without barriers.

The Opportunity

Every Student Deserves Access to Learning

Students with disabilities have a legal right to equal access to education — and a human right to the same quality of educational experience as their peers. Yet inaccessible facilities, digital learning platforms, and instructional materials continue to create barriers. Educational institutions that invest in genuine accessibility fulfill their mission, reduce legal risk, and create learning environments where every student can succeed.

7.5M
Students with disabilities in U.S. public schools
21%
Of college students report a disability
87%
Of higher education websites have WCAG failures
2x
Higher dropout rate for students with unmet accessibility needs
Our Work

What GAC Does in Education

GAC provides accessibility consulting across the full educational environment — from physical campuses and classrooms to digital learning platforms and student services.

Campus Accessibility Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of school and campus facilities against ADA standards — classrooms, labs, libraries, residence halls, and common areas.

Digital Learning Accessibility

WCAG 2.2 and Section 508 evaluation of learning management systems, course content, websites, and student portals.

Instructional Materials Accessibility

Assessment and remediation of course materials, textbooks, and educational content for accessibility.

Student Services Design

Assessment and design of disability services offices, accommodation processes, and student support systems.

Faculty & Staff Training

Training for faculty, staff, and administrators on accessible instruction, Universal Design for Learning, and disability services.

Policy & Compliance Review

Review of Section 504 plans, ADA transition plans, accommodation policies, and grievance procedures.

Sectors

Educational Settings We Serve

K-12 Schools

Public and private schools — facilities, digital learning, and student services.

Colleges & Universities

Higher education institutions — campuses, digital platforms, and student experience.

Community Colleges

Two-year institutions — facilities, online learning, and disability services.

Online & Hybrid Learning

Digital-first and hybrid educational programs — platform accessibility and course design.

Vocational & Technical Training

Career and technical education programs — facilities, equipment, and program accessibility.

Early Childhood Education

Preschools and early learning centers — physical environments and inclusive programming.

Learning Without Barriers

Contact GAC to discuss how accessible education design can help your institution serve every student with excellence.