Postgraduate Diploma in Accessibility Audits and Continuous Improvement
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Accessibility Audits and Continuous Improvement. 8 modules covering UNE-EN 301549 (accessibility requirements for ICT products and services), WCAG 2.2 and axe DevTools. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in Accessibility Audits and Continuous Improvement — studying from New Zealand
Health engineering in New Zealand covers medical devices, biomechanics, rehabilitation technology and occupational safety, with significant activity in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. The Medsafe regulator within the Ministry of Health oversees medical device approval, and the Accident Compensation Corporation plays a central role in workplace injury prevention and safety. Biomechanics research is supported by university groups and by the country's strong sports science community.
Fees for New Zealand: NZ$2,160 (New Zealand dollar), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in New Zealand
Typical roles
Questions from New Zealand
Will this qualification be recognised by Engineering New Zealand in New Zealand?
Engineering New Zealand is the professional body for engineers here and runs the Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) pathway. SEIUM's qualifications are private qualifications, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body. Recognition for any purpose is decided by the employer or the relevant body, so check with them before relying on it for registration.
Would a biomechanics or wearables background help me find work in New Zealand?
Interest in wearables and workplace safety exists across New Zealand's health technology, rehabilitation, sport science and occupational health sectors. Whether an employer values a SEIUM qualifications depends on the employer's own assessment of your skills and experience. A portfolio of applied projects is often what carries the most weight in hiring decisions.
Can I study this while working full time in New Zealand?
Yes. The programme is fully online and taught in English, so you can study from anywhere, including from home, and you do not need a student visa for that. Master's programmes total 1,900 hours, postgraduate diplomas 800 hours and specialist courses 300 hours, with an assigned technical tutor. Fees can be paid in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible.
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What you will be able to do
Understand disability models and the concept of universal accessibility.
Interpret the regulatory framework for physical and digital accessibility.
Audit physical environments using DALCO criteria and the UNE-EN 17210 standard.
Evaluate websites and applications against WCAG 2.2 and UNE-EN 301549.
Assess cognitive accessibility and communication in easy-to-read language.
Plan and document a complete audit process.
Establish continuous improvement plans with accessibility indicators.
Who it's for
- Accessibility auditor looking to specialise in Accessibility Audits and Continuous Improvement.
- Universal accessibility consultant looking to specialise in Accessibility Audits and Continuous Improvement.
- Digital accessibility technician looking to specialise in Accessibility Audits and Continuous Improvement.
- Diversity and inclusion manager looking to specialise in Accessibility Audits and Continuous Improvement.
- Architect specialising in accessibility looking to specialise in Accessibility Audits and Continuous Improvement.
- Usability specialist looking to specialise in Accessibility Audits and Continuous Improvement.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter public administration.
What you'll work with
- UNE-EN 301549 (accessibility requirements for ICT products and services)
- WCAG 2.2
- UNE-EN 17210 (accessibility and usability of the built environment)
- UNE 170001-1 (universal accessibility, DALCO criteria)
- Royal Decree 1112/2018 (accessibility of public sector websites)
- Directive (EU) 2019/882 (European Accessibility Act)
- UNE 153101 EX (easy-to-read language)
8 modules · 800 h
1.1The social model of disability1.2UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities1.3Functional diversity: physical, sensory and cognitive1.4Universal accessibility and reasonable adjustments1.5The accessibility chain1.6Ageing and accessibility1.7The cost of inaccessibility1.8Benefits of design for all1.9Participation of users with disabilities1.10Case study: accessibility journey of a wheelchair user
2.1Royal Legislative Decree 1/20132.2Law 11/2023 on cognitive accessibility2.3Technical Building Code DB SUA2.4Ministerial Order TMA/851/2021 on urbanised public spaces2.5European Accessibility Act2.6Royal Decree 1112/2018 on web accessibility2.7EN 301 5492.8UNE-EN 17210 on the built environment2.9UNE 170001 on universal accessibility2.10Practice: matrix of requirements applicable to a public building
3.1Accessible routes and gradients3.2Doors, corridors and turning spaces3.3Ramps, stairs and lifts3.4Accessible toilets3.5Signage and wayfinding3.6Lighting and contrast3.7Induction loops and hearing accessibility3.8Evacuation of persons with disabilities3.9Measuring instruments3.10Workshop: physical audit of a healthcare centre
4.1WCAG 2.2: principles and criteria4.2Levels A, AA and AAA4.3Automated tools: axe and WAVE4.4Manual evaluation with screen readers4.5Accessibility of mobile applications4.6Accessible PDF documents4.7Accessibility of devices and wearables4.8WCAG-EM methodology4.9Accessibility statements4.10Laboratory: audit of a health application with a screen reader
5.1Easy-to-read language and UNE 1531015.2Pictograms and cognitive signage5.3Understanding processes and procedures5.4User validation5.5Sign language communication5.6Subtitling and audio description5.7Accessible public service5.8Understandable forms5.9Accessibility in emergency situations5.10Practice: adapting a consent form into easy-to-read language
6.1Planning and scope6.2Checklists and sampling6.3Evidence and photography6.4Classification of non-conformities6.5Prioritisation by impact and cost6.6Audit report6.7Action plan and responsibilities6.8Follow-up audits6.9UNE 170001-2 certification6.10Case study: audit report for a transport station
7.1Accessibility management systems7.2Accessibility indicators7.3Complaints and suggestions channel7.4Staff training7.5Accessible public procurement7.6Integration into maintenance7.7Technological innovation in accessibility7.8Management review7.9Inclusive organisational culture7.10Case study: multi-year accessibility improvement plan
8.1Selection of the environment or service8.2Applicable regulatory framework8.3Physical environment audit8.4Digital audit8.5Cognitive and communication assessment8.6Non-conformity report8.7Prioritised action plan8.8Monitoring indicators8.9Dissertation and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Fully 100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the programme with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is axe DevTools, WAVE, NVDA, Colour Contrast Analyser, Lighthouse, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Test procedures are studied using real accessibility audit procedures for buildings, website evaluation with screen readers, and validation of easy-to-read texts. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Understand disability models and the concept of universal accessibility.
Interpret the regulatory framework for physical and digital accessibility.
Audit physical environments using DALCO criteria and the UNE-EN 17210 standard.
Evaluate websites and applications against WCAG 2.2 and UNE-EN 301549.
Assess cognitive accessibility and communication in easy-to-read language.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. A university degree is not required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme’s software.
- Sufficient command of Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme comprises 800 hours in total, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with axe DevTools, WAVE, NVDA, Colour Contrast Analyser and Lighthouse. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An SEIUM Institute diploma awarded on passing continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is an institutional qualification, not an official title from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a Course or Postgraduate Diploma in the same area are recognised towards the higher programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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