How can I get a digital accessibility job?

The qualifications that you need to get a digital accessibility job depend on the area in which you work. Most accessibility specialists start on their career path by earning a bachelor’s degree in information technology (IT) or computer science. You can also study specialties like human-computer interaction (HCI) or information design. Hardware developers who work on accessibility need a degree in computer engineering. For all jobs, you need an understanding of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). If your responsibilities include programming, you need coding skills in languages like HTML, JavaScript, C++, and Java. The specific language depends on what you program.