Welcome to the Accessible Information and Communication Standard learning module. Before you continue, please review the following information about the key module features.
This module is organized into ten sections and includes a glossary of terms. You can navigate through this module by using the Previous and Next links at the bottom of each page, or the main menu on the left side of the page.
The main menu is organized into module sections. When you select a section title, the menu will expand to show all content in that section. Selecting a different title will open new content. You can use the main menu to move freely between module sections.
To help track your progress, a checkmark will appear in the menu beside each page that you have visited.
If you have any technical or access issues, please visit the contact page (opens in new tab).
Sections of this module end with a Knowledge Check to help you check your understanding of the material.
When you complete Knowledge Checks, you will receive a Certificate of Completion. Download and save the certificate for your current or future employer, to help signify compliance with this legal requirement.
This module includes a glossary of terms. To open the glossary, go to the upper right corner of this page and select the Glossary link. The glossary will open on the right side of the page. You can scroll or tab through the terms.
Each page offers you the option to listen to the contents of the page. To play the audio, navigate to the upper right corner of the page and click the Listen button. You can use the forward and backward buttons to control the audio for the page. Remember to turn your speakers on first.
This training includes a brief introduction video to provide additional context and interactivity to the materials.
The Manitoba Accessibility Office offers a variety of resources that can assist organizations to comply with the requirements of The Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA), the requirements of Manitoba’s regulated accessibility standards, and accessibility awareness. To view these resources, visit AccessibilityMB.ca (opens in a new tab) or contact Manitoba Accessibility Office by phone at (204) 945-7613 or email mao@gov.mb.ca.
This free learning resource provides Manitoba organizations with an opportunity to learn about the requirements under the Accessible Information and Communication Standard, and to meet the training requirement under the regulated standard.
The module is designed for individual use. However, group discussion is a great way to determine how accessibility laws affect your organization.
This training resource is not legal advice. It aims to assist organizations to meet the basic training requirements under Manitoba’s Accessible Information and Communication Standard Regulation. The training does not replace the content of the Accessible Information and Communication Standard Regulation or The Accessibility for Manitobans Act. If there is any conflict between this training resource and the regulation or the act, the latter two shall prevail.