The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) required ADA-compliant video training solutions to ensure accessibility for employees and stakeholders, aligning with federal accessibility guidelines. Course Co. partnered with FWS to develop fully compliant, engaging, and inclusive training videos.

The Challenge

FWS needed to make its video training content accessible to individuals with disabilities. This required:

• Accurate closed captioning
• Audio descriptions for visually impaired users
• Transcriptions for text-based learning
• Compliance with WCAG and Section 508 accessibility standards

The Solution

Course Co. provided a comprehensive ADA-compliant video service designed to enhance accessibility and engagement while optimizing content for digital learning and marketing success. Our solutions not only ensured compliance but also improved user experience, retention, and overall training effectiveness.

1. Closed Captioning & Subtitles

We implemented 99% accurate closed captions, ensuring clarity and synchronization with spoken dialogue for individuals with hearing impairments. These captions also improved video SEO, making content more discoverable on search engines and increasing engagement for all users.

2. Audio Descriptions

To support visually impaired users, we provided professionally narrated audio descriptions, detailing on-screen actions and visuals. This enhanced storytelling made educational content more immersive and effective, helping organizations reach wider audiences and improve knowledge retention.

3. Transcriptions & Readable Documents

Each video included downloadable transcriptions in accessible formats, allowing text-based engagement. Transcriptions were optimized with keyword-rich content, boosting searchability on learning management systems (LMS) and improving content marketing reach.

4. WCAG & Section 508 Compliance

We ensured all video content adhered to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. This compliance not only provided inclusivity but also helped organizations meet legal requirements, avoid penalties, and expand their audience to include all learners.

5. User Experience Testing

Our team conducted rigorous testing with assistive technologies, ensuring seamless usability across different platforms and devices. We optimized video content for mobile learning, ensuring responsive design and frictionless user interactions. Additionally, our accessibility enhancements helped increase video watch time, engagement, and conversion rates—key metrics for effective video marketing strategies.

With these solutions, Course Co. helped the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service create highly engaging and fully accessible training content that aligned with best practices in e-learning, digital marketing, and accessibility compliance.

The Results

Through Course Co.'s ADA-compliant video solutions, FWS achieved:

• 100% compliance with federal accessibility regulations
• Increased engagement among employees with disabilities
• Seamless accessibility across all video training modules
• Enhanced inclusivity in government training initiatives

Conclusion

By implementing Course Co.'s ADA-compliant video services, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service successfully made its training content accessible to all employees, fostering a more inclusive and compliant learning environment. This case study highlights the importance of accessibility in digital training and Course Co.'s expertise in delivering high-quality solutions.

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