How to make workplace training accessible: a 2025 guide
- keziabeautyman5
- Jun 26
- 2 min read
In 2025, workplace training isn’t just about delivering information; it’s about making sure everyone in your team can access, engage with, and benefit from it.
With hybrid teams, neurodiverse workforces, and remote onboarding on the rise, accessible learning isn’t a nice-to-have, it’s become a non-negotiable.
Firstly, what is inclusive training?
Inclusive training means designing and delivering learning that supports diverse needs, learning styles, and abilities from day one. It removes barriers for neurodiverse learners, disabled employees, remote teams, and anyone who’s been overlooked by traditional formats.
It's not just about compliance. It’s about creating training that actually works.
1. Ditch static slides for interactive content
Let’s face it: PowerPoints and PDFs weren’t designed for learning; they were designed for presenting. If you’re still handing over slide decks, chances are most learners are zoning out or missing key information.
Instead, use platforms that convert existing training materials into interactive, accessible formats. This means:
Screen reader support
Audio transcripts
Mobile-friendly layouts
Clear navigation and chunked content
2. Design with accessibility in mind
True accessibility isn’t an afterthought; it’s embedded from the start.
Follow WCAG 2.1 guidelines and make sure your training includes:
Alt text on all images
Captions on all videos
High contrast design
Keyboard navigation
Minimal cognitive overload (no info dumps!)
3. Offer content in multiple formats
People learn differently. Accessible training meets them where they are.
Let learners read, watch, or listen
Provide options for text-to-speech, audio playback, and downloadable transcripts
Embed quizzes, reflections, or interactive elements to keep engagement high
4. Build for hybrid and remote teams
Accessibility also means flexibility. Hybrid workers need:
Cloud-based platforms they can access anywhere
Offline options for low-bandwidth learners
Intuitive UX that doesn’t require a full onboarding manual
5. Get feedback and iterate
The best way to know if your training is accessible? Ask the people using it.
Run short surveys after modules:
Did you feel included?
Was anything hard to access?
Would you prefer this in a different format?
Then improve continuously, accessibility is a process, not a checkbox.
Final thought: Inclusion isn’t optional
Inclusive training drives better engagement, stronger culture, and real impact. If your training doesn’t work for everyone, it doesn’t work. Start with what you have. Upload your current materials, and let inclusive tools do the heavy lifting.
If you want to see how accessible your training could be? Try it free at nevelearning.co.uk
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