This eight-week course for adults over the age of 18 will enhance your skills in professionally assessing and reporting on the accessibility of websites, mobile applications, and PDF documents. This program builds upon your existing skills and deepens your understanding of devices, web browsers, applications, and strategies, with a strong focus on assessing digital accessibility according to WCAG standards and requirements. Graduates of this program can look forward to per diem work, paid internships, as well as part-time and full-time employment opportunities.

This two-week course is for youth between the ages of 14 and 22 who want to gain digital productivity and communication skills with screen reader software while also familiarizing themselves with WCAG accessibility standards. By completing this course, students will gain valuable skills in web accessibility, generative AI, and productivity tools such as Microsoft and Google apps, which are highly sought after by employers in various industries. This course encourages students toward independence and gainful employment through mentorship and acquisition of practical skills.

One-on-one sessions with Carroll Center technology trainers for any skill level. Both in person or remote options available! Book on demand training through the Carroll Center as a working professional, student, individual, employer, or vocational rehabilitation agency.

This two-week program is for individuals who are novice computer users, new to using computers with assistive technology, or are wishing to make the transition from low vision tools like screen magnification software to screen readers. This course provides basic training in the use of the Windows operating system, Microsoft Word for preparing documents, Outlook for emailing, and web browsing.

For adults seeking competitive employment, this 4-week program combines in-depth computer instruction in various applications with job searching skills. Computer topics covered include Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Email, file management, web browsing, scanning and more. Job seeking skills include resume update, interview skills, job application.

eCarroll Remote Instruction offers the convenience of learning from the comfort of your chosen location, whether it's at home, in the workplace, or at school. We use Zoom Meeting, an easy-to-use and accessible video and web conferencing software accessed by a link in an email, to offer individualized instruction in a wide range of areas. All remote trainees will need a Windows PC with a built-in microphone, internet access, recent versions of JAWS or NVDA and Microsoft Office 365 for those topics. eCarroll remote training courses range from several hours to several days.

For individuals who use Apple products, we offer customized training to help you take full advantage of the built-in accessibility features. These features, including Zoom (a screen magnification application), VoiceOver (a screen reader application), and refreshable Braille, are designed to make these devices not only user-friendly but also empowering for individuals with low or no vision. This training will help you learn how to make the most of these features and ensure that your Apple devices work seamlessly for you.

Individuals with vision loss and changes in vision can benefit from assessments that evaluate the best assistive technology solutions for you. Assessments can be completed in half to full days with our assistive technology staff who have access to a wide variety of equipment. Solutions considered may include screen magnification, speech output, voice input, purchase of an iPhone or iPad/Android, or a combination of devices and software applications.