Web Accessibility

Web Accessibility Statement

California State University, Bakersfield is committed to providing equal access to web-based information for people with disabilities. This is in accordance with:

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
Americans with Disabilities Act
Executive Order 1111 of California State University

Below are the compliance standards used in support of the federal and state legislation:

Section 508 of the U.S. Rehabilitation Act
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA

Accessibility Standards

These Web Accessibility Standards are based on the guidelines of Section 508 of Rehabilitation Act and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 AA.

Web Accessibility Policy

California State University, Bakersfield has a Web Accessibility Policy to ensure all campus websites are accessible for all.

Web Scanning Procedures

Information Technology Services conducts automated web scanning for campus websites on a weekly basis by following these Web Scanning Procedures.

Web Evaluation and Repair

This website provides you with some useful and effective Evaluation and Repair Tools for web accessibility.

Tutorials and Training Materials

Information Technology Services offers a variety of Training for Web Accessibility, such as the use of evaluation and repair tools, how to create accessible digital content, design accessible webpages, and more.

Laws and Regulations

There are several Laws and Regulations that apply to CSU Bakersfield regarding web accessibility.

Best Practices

There are many ways to ensure your webpages maximize usability and accessibility by following our Web Accessibility Best Practices.

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations

For more information about CSU Bakersfield's policy to make its programs, services, and activities accessible to students, faculty, staff, and the general public who visit or attend a campus-sponsored event, read about our Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations.