Accessibility and Research Services

We are experts in accessibility at The Carroll Center for the Blind. Our services empower individuals who are blind to develop the skills necessary to ensure that websites and products are not only accessible but also user-friendly. In addition, we collaborate with researchers and companies to enhance the accessibility and usability of new products and websites, while also providing feedback on functionality. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that digital resources, websites, mobile devices, and consumer products are accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. By working with us, your brand can set an example and become a leader in your industry by demonstrating your commitment to accessibility. Below is a list of our accessibility training and research services, which are designed to support your goals.

Usability Study Recruitment and Hosting

Consumers who are blind and/or visually impaired represent a unique market segment. We maintain a constantly updated list of participants who can provide input on your content or product and how it functions for blind and low vision users, including those with other types of disabilities. If you have a research study, user testing opportunity, or other project that requires capable participants, please contact us. We can provide all of the related optional screening, selecting, scheduling, and facility hosting services, too, as required.

Allow us to help you recruit Blind and VI consumers to provide valuable input when you are developing products or services. With our extensive knowledge and expertise, we’ll make sure you get suitable candidates for a project or study. The Accessibility Research team can help you recruit testers who are blind or low vision, by providing access to our unique database. Testing products such as software, applications, phones, televisions and other technological devices as early in the development stages as possible will ensure that your product can be used and enjoyed by everyone. To learn more about how we can customize the recruitment to meet your specific needs, please contact Brian Switzer, Program Manager of Accessibility Technology, Training, and Research, at brian.switzer@carroll.org.

Screen Reader User Tester Training Program

During the five-week remote Screen Reader User Tester Training Program, you’ll learn and grow your ability to professionally explore, test, and report findings regarding the accessibility of websites, mobile applications, and PDF documents. Builds upon skills to deepen your knowledge of devices, web browsers, applications, and strategies, focusing on using it to assess digital accessibility based upon the WCAG standards and requirements.

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Have Additional Accessibility Needs?

For comprehensive and customized accessibility solutions that meet your unique needs, turn to our trusted partner, Level Access. The Level Access digital accessibility solution combines the most robust platform and deepest bench of accessibility expertise to help organizations create accessible and legally compliant websites, mobile apps, software, and other technology. Learn more about their services and how they can help you make your digital products and services more accessible.

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The Accessibility Bootcamp (TAB)

Current College or High school students interested in accessibility, generative AI, and maximizing productivity with Microsoft and Google apps who also intuitively interact with desktop websites with either Job Access with Speech (JAWS) or Non Visual Desktop Access (NVDA) will be a perfect fit for this unique opportunity to dive into the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)!

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