At DEI4SME, we are committed to sharing practical resources that help SMEs advance inclusion and accessibility. While the following training opportunities are not part of the DEI4SME project, we would like to highlight them as valuable open-access learning opportunities offered by Hassell Inclusion, an international consultancy specializing in digital accessibility and inclusive design. Hassell Inclusion has trained digital teams globally and is known for its expertise in accessibility standards, including WCAG and ISO 30071-1.
The courses are delivered online and focus on helping professionals embed accessibility into digital products, services, and communications. Detailed course information, schedules, and registration links are available in the accompanying training brochure: HSBC Accessibility Training course information – 2026.
Training Opportunities
Content Publishers
Designed for those creating website, social media, and document content. Participants learn accessibility principles, how to create accessible text, images, PDFs, and multimedia content, and how to use accessibility features within common authoring tools.
Product Managers & Business Analysts
This course helps product and project professionals integrate accessibility throughout the software development lifecycle. Topics include requirements gathering, testing strategies, prioritization of accessibility improvements, and managing accessibility risks.
QA Testers (Fundamentals)
A practical introduction to accessibility testing using WCAG 2.1 AA principles. Participants learn how to identify and test common accessibility issues and integrate accessibility checks into existing QA processes.
UX Designers
Focused on inclusive design, this training explores how accessibility and user experience can work together. Participants learn how to apply WCAG requirements creatively while maintaining strong design aesthetics and customer experience.
Developers (Advanced)
An advanced course for web developers covering practical techniques for creating accessible websites and applications, including WAI-ARIA, keyboard navigation, dynamic content, forms, and custom controls.
Learn More and Register
For full course descriptions, session dates, and registration links, please consult the training brochure: HSBC Accessibility Training course information – 2026.
You can also explore additional accessibility resources and training offerings directly from Hassell Inclusion at https://hassellinclusion.com/.
N.B. DEI4SME is sharing this information for awareness purposes only. The courses are organised and delivered independently by Hassell Inclusion and are not affiliated with or administered by the DEI4SME project.