For over 25 years, the Institute at GPO has provided Federal publishing professionals with courses designed to help their agencies communicate effectively with a broad range of audiences using a variety of channels. Our courses and seminars in desktop publishing, digital management, and print management integrate hands-on exercises, demonstrations, discussions, and presentations led by nationally recognized experts in their fields. We can help your agency:

  • develop training for your staff in Federal sector publishing and printing best practices
  • increase your knowledge about emerging digital technologies that impact the planning, processes, and budgets for publishing, printing, and information dissemination
  • improve your skills in areas that are unique to Federal agency publishing

The Institute Offers –
All trainings are currently offered in online format only. For FY26 the Institute is introducing a new “Core Skills” series of training courses that will serve the essential training needs of Federal employees with no cancellation. Every other posted training session will require a minimum of 4 enrollees to run as scheduled. The Institute will also offer one on one training sessions for customers by special request. In person (special) off site training is also available upon request for private groups sessions only. The Institute is here to serve our federal customers training needs please contact us, if you are interested in coordinating a customized training session for any courses offered on the Institute schedule.

Core Skills schedule FY26
The Core Skills 1-Day Training Series delivers live, virtual, instructor-led training designed for government and enterprise workflows. Each class is interactive and hands-on, giving participants the chance to learn by doing β€” while applying industry best practices to real-world scenarios. This one day training series is not enrollment based to assist attendees with meeting their training goals.


Adobe Acrobat 508 Accessibility with AI Firefly – Core Skills
This introductory course provides a foundation in creating more accessible PDFs using Acrobat with AI Firefly tools. Participants learn tagging, reading order, and Section 508 basics to better support usability for individuals with disabilities. The course introduces approaches that can help agencies work toward compliance while improving document accessibility.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Nov 11, 2025 β€’ Feb 24, 2026 β€’ May 19, 2026 β€’ Aug 18, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST

Adobe Acrobat 508 Accessibility with AI Firefly – Core Skills PLUS.
This session builds on the Core Skills class by exploring more advanced remediation, interactive forms, and practical strategies that can help teams address complex PDF challenges. Participants gain additional tools and techniques to support organizational accessibility goals and improve readiness for compliance reviews.
Prerequisites: : Completion of the 1-Day Core Skills Training.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Nov 12, 2025 β€’ Feb 25, 2026 β€’ May 20, 2026 β€’ Aug 19, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST

Adobe Acrobat Pro DC with AI Firefly – Core Skills
Learn how to create, edit, and annotate PDFs with Acrobat Pro DC while exploring AI Firefly tools that can simplify routine document tasks. This course is designed to help teams use Acrobat more efficiently in government and enterprise settings.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Dec 2, 2025 β€’ Feb 3, 2026 β€’ Apr 7, 2026 β€’ Jun 2, 2026 β€’ Aug 4, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Adobe Acrobat Pro DC with AI Firefly – Core Skills PLUS
This follow-on class explores advanced editing, forms, and productivity features. Participants learn strategies that can help streamline PDF workflows and enhance document management in government environments.
Prerequisites: Completion of the 1-Day Core Skills Training.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Dec 3, 2025 β€’ Feb 4, 2026 β€’ Apr 8, 2026 β€’ Jun 3, 2026 β€’ Aug 5, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST

 

Adobe After Effects with AI Firefly – Core Skills
This course introduces the basics of motion graphics and visual effects in After Effects, including layers, keyframes, and text animation, supported by Firefly AI tools. Participants explore how motion graphics can enhance communication in government projects such as briefings, training, and outreach.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Dec 2, 2025 β€’ Mar 3, 2026 β€’ Jun 2, 2026 β€’ Sept 1, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Adobe After Effects with AI Firefly – Core Skills PLUS
Building on the introductory class, this course explores compositing, motion tracking, and green screen techniques, while showing how Firefly can help support efficiency. Participants practice creating more dynamic animations and learn approaches that can complement Premiere Pro video editing workflows.
Prerequisites: Completion of the 1-Day Core Skills Training.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Dec 3, 2025 β€’ Mar 4, 2026 β€’ Jun 3, 2026 β€’ Sept 2, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST

Adobe Captivate – Core Skills
This course introduces Adobe Captivate for building slides, quizzes, and navigation in eLearning projects. Participants explore methods for creating more engaging and accessible learning modules for government training needs.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575 Dates: Dec 16, 2025 β€’ Mar 31, 2026 β€’ Jun 30, 2026 β€’ Sept 29, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Adobe Captivate – Core Skills PLUS
This session expands into branching scenarios, multimedia integration, and interactive video features. Participants explore advanced capabilities that can help elevate eLearning projects and provide more flexibility in training design.
Prerequisites: Completion of the 1-Day Core Skills Training.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Dec 17, 2025 β€’ Apr 1, 2026 β€’ Jul 1, 2026 β€’ Sept 30, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 


Adobe Creative Cloud – Gen AI Firefly for Advanced Graphics Designers – Core Skills
This course is designed for experienced designers who want to explore Firefly AI tools across Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Participants learn ways to apply AI in day-to-day creative tasks to improve efficiency and enhance design outcomes. Prerequisites: Experienced graphics designers using Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Nov 25, 2025 β€’ Feb 17, 2026 β€’ May 12, 2026 β€’ Aug 11, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Adobe Creative Cloud – Gen AI Firefly for Advanced Graphics Designers – Core Skills PLUS
This follow-on course explores multi-app workflows using Firefly in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Participants practice more integrated design techniques that can help streamline creative projects across applications.
Prerequisites: Experienced graphics designers using Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Nov 26, 2025 β€’ Feb 18, 2026 β€’ May 13, 2026 β€’ Aug 12, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Adobe Illustrator with AI Firefly – Core Skills
This course introduces Illustrator essentials, including shapes, paths, typography, and Firefly AI basics. Participants explore how Illustrator can support professional-grade graphics for government projects.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Dec 9, 2025 β€’ Feb 10, 2026 β€’ Apr 14, 2026 β€’ Jun 9, 2026 β€’ Aug 11, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 


Adobe Illustrator with AI Firefly – Core Skills PLUS
This class builds on Illustrator fundamentals, introducing gradients, patterns, and more advanced design tools. Participants learn additional techniques that can help create polished visuals faster with Firefly integration.
Prerequisites: Completion of the 1-Day Core Skills Training.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Dec 10, 2025 β€’ Feb 11, 2026 β€’ Apr 15, 2026 β€’ Jun 10, 2026 β€’ Aug 12, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Adobe InDesign with AI Firefly – Core Skills
This class introduces InDesign for page setup, text formatting, and styles, supported by Firefly AI features. Participants explore how to create professional layouts for reports, manuals, and other government publications.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Nov 4, 2025 β€’ Jan 6, 2026 β€’ Mar 3, 2026 β€’ May 5, 2026 β€’ Jul 7, 2026 β€’ Sept 1, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Adobe InDesign with AI Firefly – Core Skills PLUS
This advanced course explores multi-page layouts, tables, and workflows to handle more complex publications. Participants learn additional techniques that can support larger-scale design projects.
Prerequisites: Completion of the 1-Day Core Skills Training.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Nov 5, 2025 β€’ Jan 7, 2026 β€’ Mar 4, 2026 β€’ May 6, 2026 β€’ Jul 8, 2026 β€’ Sept 2, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 


Adobe Photoshop with AI Firefly – Core Skills
Participants explore Photoshop essentials including selections, layers, retouching, and generative fill with Firefly. The course highlights how Photoshop supports day-to-day graphics tasks across government projects.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Nov 18, 2025 β€’ Jan 13, 2026 β€’ Mar 17, 2026 β€’ May 12, 2026 β€’ Jul 14, 2026 β€’ Sept 15, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Adobe Photoshop with AI Firefly – Core Skills PLUS
This course builds on foundational Photoshop skills with composites, adjustments, and AI-powered tools that can help streamline frequent tasks.
Prerequisites: Completion of the 1-Day Core Skills Training.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Nov 19, 2025 β€’ Jan 14, 2026 β€’ Mar 18, 2026 β€’ May 13, 2026 β€’ Jul 15, 2026 β€’ Sept 16, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Adobe Premiere Pro with AI Firefly – Core Skills
This course introduces video editing essentials in Premiere Pro, including importing, trimming, transitions, and audio basics, with Firefly features to enhance workflows. Participants explore how video can support training, communication, and outreach in government contexts.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Nov 18, 2025 β€’ Feb 10, 2026 β€’ May 12, 2026 β€’ Aug 11, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 


Adobe Premiere Pro with AI Firefly – Core Skills PLUS
This course builds on video fundamentals by exploring color correction, multi-camera workflows, and advanced audio editing. Participants practice techniques that can help create more professional, efficient video projects.
Prerequisites: Completion of the 1-Day Core Skills Training.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Nov 19, 2025 β€’ Feb 11, 2026 β€’ May 13, 2026 β€’ Aug 12, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Canva with AI – Core Skills
This course introduces Canva’s layouts, templates, and AI text-to-image tools for creating quick, effective designs. Participants explore how Canva can support communication and content needs in government agencies.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Dec 16, 2025 β€’ Mar 17, 2026 β€’ Jun 16, 2026 β€’ Sept 15, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Canva with AI – Core Skills PLUS
This course explores Canva’s more advanced features, including video editing, animation, and AI-powered workflows. Participants practice techniques for producing engaging visual content quickly.
Prerequisites: Completion of the 1-Day Core Skills Training.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Dec 17, 2025 β€’ Mar 18, 2026 β€’ Jun 17, 2026 β€’ Sept 16, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 


Gen AI Prompting for Communicators & Designers Using Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT & Others-Core Skills
This course introduces prompt engineering strategies to guide AI tools like Copilot, ChatGPT, and others to produce useful content for communication and design tasks. Participants practice writing prompts that can help support accurate, professional outputs for government use cases.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Nov 11, 2025 β€’ Feb 10, 2026 β€’ May 5, 2026 β€’ Aug 18, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Google Workspace Using Gemini AI for Government & Enterprise – Core Skills
This course introduces Gemini AI within Google Workspace tools such as Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and more. Participants explore how AI can help improve productivity, streamline workflows, and support the creation of new content types for government and enterprise environments.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Dec 10, 2025
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Infographics Using PowerPoint & Excel – Core Skills
This course introduces techniques for designing and building compelling infographics using Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel. Participants learn how to analyze data, apply visual storytelling principles, and use pre-designed templates to create infographics for websites, publications, reports, and social media. Through hands-on practice, students explore how to integrate fonts, colors, images, charts, and maps to present data in clear and engaging ways for government audiences.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Nov 5, 2025 β€’ Feb 12, 2026 β€’ May 14, 2026 β€’ Aug 13, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST 

Infographics Using Adobe Illustrator with AI Firefly – Core Skills
This course explores the use of Adobe Illustrator with AI Firefly to design infographics for government and enterprise communication needs. Participants practice creating vector-based graphics, charts, icons, and data-driven visuals that can be scaled across print, web, and presentations. The course highlights Illustrator’s drawing, typography, and layout tools along with Firefly AI features that can help speed up design workflows.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Dec 4, 2025 β€’ Feb 19, 2026 β€’ May 21, 2026 β€’ Aug 20, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. E

Social Media for Government with AI – Core Skills
This course explores AI tools that can support planning, scheduling, and creating government-compliant social media content. Participants learn approaches for managing social workflows more efficiently while maintaining compliance and professionalism. Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Dates: Dec 2, 2025 β€’ Jan 13, 2026 β€’ Feb 24, 2026 β€’ Apr 7, 2026 β€’ May 19, 2026 β€’ Jun 30, 2026 β€’ Aug 11, 2026 β€’ Sept 22, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST

508 ACCESSIBILITY COURSES

Acrobat DC: Accessible PDFs - WCAG 2.1
This course teaches users to create accessible PDFs, make existing PDFs accessible, add accessibility features from source documents, comply with WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, & Section 508, and evaluate and repair accessibility issues.
2 Days- $775
Dates: December 8th, 2025, February 9th, 2026, April 6th, 2026, June 8th, 2026, August 10th, 2026, October 7th, 2026, December 7th, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.am. – 4:00 p.m

Acrobat DC: Creating Accessible PDF Forms - WCAG 2.1
This course teaches users to create accessible PDF forms from existing documents, add accessibility features, ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, & Section 508, evaluate accessibility and repair compliance issues.
3 Days - $1250
Dates: February 9th, 2026, April 6th, 2026, June 8th, 2026, August 10th, 2026, October 7th, 2026, December 7th, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Accessible Documents in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
This course teaches users to recognize accessibility issues, add accessibility features in Excel and PowerPoint to meet WCAG 2.1, ADA, Section 508, and AODA standards, and test for issues.
1 Day – $575
Date: December 3, 2025, January 6, 2026, February 24, 2026, March 31, 2026, May 12, 2026, July 21, 2026, September 18, 2026, October 30, 2026, December 4, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Web 508 Accessibility – Core Skills
This introductory course provides a foundation in WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) and Section 508 compliance for federal, state, and enterprise organizations. Participants explore accessibility principles, legal obligations, and technical standards that support making digital content more usable for individuals with disabilities. The course also highlights how WCAG success criteria connect to Section 508 and reviews updates in WCAG 2.1/2.2 to help teams stay informed and prepared.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy.
1 Day – $575
Time 8:30 – 3:30 p.m. EST
Dates: Dec 16, 2025 β€’ Mar 24, 2026 β€’ Jun 23, 2026 β€’ Sept 22, 2026

 

Print and Digital Design

Acrobat DC for Desktop and Mobile
This course teaches users to create PDF documents for desktop, mobile, or print, use editing and navigation tools, apply commenting and reviews, add digital signatures, and protect documents using Acrobat's security features.
2 Days - $775
Dates: November 5-6, 2025, December 4-5, 2025, January 8-9, 2026, March 9-10, 2026, May 11-12, 2026, July 9-10, 2026, September 3-4, 2026, November 5-6, 2026, January 8-9, 2026, March 9-10, 2026, May 11-12, 2026, July 9-10, 2026, September 3-4, 2026, November 5-6, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Acrobat DC: Accessible PDFs - WCAG 2.1
This course teaches users to create accessible PDFs, make existing PDFs accessible, add accessibility features from source documents, comply with WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, & Section 508, and evaluate and repair accessibility issues.
2 Days
Dates: November 3 – 4, 2025, December 8-9, 2025, February 9th, 2026, April 6th, 2026, June 8th, 2026, August 10th, 2026, October 7th, 2026, December 7th, 2026
Prerequisites - Acrobat DC for Desktop and Mobile, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory.
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Acrobat DC: Creating Accessible PDF Forms - WCAG 2.13
This course teaches users to create accessible PDF forms from existing documents, add accessibility features, ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, & Section 508, evaluate accessibility and repair compliance issues.
3 Days - $1250
Dates: December 8-10, 2025, February 9-10, 2026, April 6-7, 2026, June 8-9, 2026, August 10- 11, 2026, October 7-8, 2026, December 7-8, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Acrobat DC for Desktop and Mobile, Acrobat DC: Creating PDF Forms for Desktop and Mobile, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory.

Acrobat DC: Creating PDF Forms for Desktop and Mobile
This course teaches users to create a new PDF form or from an existing document, using Adobe FormsCentral, distribute forms across desktop and mobile platforms, and track, collect, and collate form submissions efficiently.
1 Day - $575
Dates: November 12, 2025, December 12, 2025, January 14, 2026, March 11, 2026, May 14, 2026, July 17, 2026, September 9, 2026, November 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - Acrobat DC for Desktop and Mobile, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

Adobe Acrobat AI Productivity Features
This course teaches users how the AI Assistant can help with prompt engineering, extract data, gain insights, transform and generate content, rephrase text, and identify better SEO opportunities to boost productivity.
Β½ Day - $425
Dates: November 10, 2025
Time: 9:00 – 12:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - None

InDesign
Users learn preferences, workspace, & presets; fundamentals of documents, templates, & views; how to work with margins, columns, headers, footers, AI style packs, shapes, objects, & the Layers Panel; export documents.
3 Days - $1250
Dates: November 5-7, 2025, January 7-9, 2026, March 9th, 2026, May 11-13, 2026, July 15-17, 2026, September 9-11, 2026, November 11-13, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

InDesign: Advanced Styles, Long Documents & AI
Users learn to manage pages, master pages, and spreads; work with styles and effects; use headers, footers, footnotes, endnotes, and Live Text variables; create and sync Books; and build a table of contents and indexes. 3 Days - $1250
Dates: October 22-24, 2025, November 24-26, 2025, December 3-5, 2025, February 9-11, 2026, April 8-10, 2026, June 8-10, 2026, August 19-21, 2026, October 14-16, 2026, December 9-11, 202
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - InDesign, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

InDesign: Creating Accessible PDFs with WCAG 2.1
Users learn to create PDFs that are WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, & Section 508 compliant, author InDesign documents with accessibility in mind, structure content for accessible export, use built-in tools, and test PDFs for compliance. 2 Days - $775
Dates: January 22nd, 2026, March 23rd, 2026, May 25th, 2026, July 23rd, 2026, September 14th, 2026, November 26th, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - InDesign: Advanced Styles, Long Documents , WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

Illustrator
This course teaches users to work with Artboards, grids, fills, and strokes; draw shapes with the Pen and Anchor Point tools; transform objects; and design with type, colour, gradients, and swatches.
2 Days - $775
Dates: October 16-17, 2025, November 24-25, 2025, December 18-19, 2025, January 12-13, 2026, March 12-13, 2026, May 14-15, 2026, July 13-14, 2026, September 14-15, 2026, November 16-17, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - None

Illustrator: Advanced Illustration Techniques
This course teaches users to work with blends, clipping masks, and Gradient Mesh, draw in 1-, 2-, and 3-point perspective, use patterns and brushes, and export artwork for web, video, After Effects, and Premiere Pro.
2 Days - $775
Dates: October 6-7, 2025, February 12-13, 2026, April 13-14, 2026, June 11-12, 2026, August 17-18, 2026, October 1-2, 2026, December 14-15, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - Illustrator, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory.

Illustrator: Intermediate Illustrator with AI
This course teaches users to work with the Contextual Task Bar, use AI-assisted drawing and tracing, apply filters and effects, design with 2D/3D materials and lighting, combine complex shapes, and create advanced type.
2 Days - $775
Dates: November 20-21,2025, January 15-16, 2026, March 16-17, 2026, May 28-29, 2026, July 20-21, 2026, September 17-18, 2026, November 19-20, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - None

Photoshop
Users learn to process, crop, and straighten images; use adjustment features to enhance color, brightness, and contrast; work with masks for advanced selections; merge images with Layers; and save images for web and print.
2 Days - $775
Dates: October 29-30, 2025, December 3-4, 2025, January 5-6, 2026, March 2-3, 2026, May 4-5, 2026, July 6-7, 2026, September 1-2, 2026, November 2-3, 202
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - None

Photoshop: Advanced Composites and Retouching
Users learn to work with layers and blending, make advanced selections, use channels and the alpha channel, apply photo retouching techniques, and understand color correction using HDR, toning, levels, and curves tools. 2 Days - $775
Dates: November 3-4, 2025, February 2-3, 2026, April 1-2, 2026, June 1-2, 2026, August 6-7, 2026, October 5-6, 2026, December 3-4, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - Photoshop, Photoshop: 3 Days, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

Photoshop: Advanced Photoshop with AI
Users learn to work with Camera Raw and AI features for non-destructive editing, use AI to enhance image quality, apply filters & adjustments, improve technical qualities, & enhance both realistic & imaginative composites.
2 Days - $775
Dates: November 13-14, 2025, February 5-6, 2026, April 6-7, 2026, June 4-5, 2026, August 13-14, 2026, October 8-9, 2026, December 7-8, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - None

Adobe AI: Powering Creativity with Intelligent Tools
This course teaches users to harness AI-powered tools in Photoshop, Illustrator with Adobe Sensei, Premiere Pro for editing, and AI for captions, plus generate images, social media designs, and presentations with Adobe Express and Firefly.
1 Day - $575
Dates: November 7, 2025, February 5, 2026, April 2, 2026, June 3, 2026, August 7, 2026, October 1, 2026, December 10, 2026
Prerequisites - None

AI for Coders: Code Smarter, Faster, Not Harder
Users learn to integrate tools like GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, and AI-assisted debugging to write, optimize, & document code, scaffold projects, solve bugs, generate tests, & use AI to dramatically boost productivity.
1 Day - $575
Dates: November 19, 2025, January 16, 2026, March 27, 2026, May 22, 2026, July 7, 2026, September 15, 2026, November 17, 2026
Prerequisites - None

AI Powered Content Design
This course teaches users basic AI concepts, types of AI, and prompt engineering while examining ethics. Learn what AI can and cannot do, blend AI with traditional design, and integrate AI effectively into your content design process.
1 Day - $575
Dates: October 29, 2025, January 20, 2026, March 30, 2026, May 21, 2026, July 14, 2026, September 28, 2026, November 20, 2026

Building a Website with AI – No Coding Needed 1
This course teaches users the power of AI-driven website builders to create modern, responsive, & accessible websites without writing code, ideal for anyone seeking to build a professional online presence quickly and easily. 1 Day - $575
Dates: October 22, 2025, December 3, 2025, January 13, 2026, March 26, 2026, May 19, 2026, July 2, 2026, September 14, 2026, November 16, 2026

508 Accessibility

Acrobat DC: Accessible PDFs - WCAG 2.1
This course teaches users to create accessible PDFs, make existing PDFs accessible, add accessibility features from source documents, comply with WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, & Section 508, and evaluate and repair accessibility issues.
2 Days- $775
Dates: December 8th, 2025, February 9th, 2026, April 6th, 2026, June 8th, 2026, August 10th, 2026, October 7th, 2026, December 7th, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
Prerequisite - Acrobat DC for Desktop and Mobile, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

Acrobat DC: Creating Accessible PDF Forms - WCAG 2.1
This course teaches users to create accessible PDF forms from existing documents, add accessibility features, ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, & Section 508, evaluate accessibility and repair compliance issues.
3 Days - $1250
Dates: February 9th, 2026, April 6th, 2026, June 8th, 2026, August 10th, 2026, October 7th, 2026, December 7th, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Accessible Documents in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
This course teaches users to recognize accessibility issues, add accessibility features in Excel and PowerPoint to meet WCAG 2.1, ADA, Section 508, and AODA standards, and test for issues.
1 Day – $575
Date: December 3, 2025, January 6, 2026, February 24, 2026, March 31, 2026, May 12, 2026, July 21, 2026, September 18, 2026, October 30, 2026, December 4, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

AEM Forms Designer: Accessible PDF Forms with WCAG 2.
This course teaches users to create PDF forms that are WCAG 2.1 AA compliant, filter WCAG 2.1 techniques to suit specific needs, understand Sufficient vs. Advisory Techniques, identify and fix common accessibility failures.
1 Day- $575
Dates: October 29, 2025, February 12, 2026, May 13, 2026, August 18, 2026, November 30, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, AEM Forms Designer: Designing PDF Forms, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

Creating Accessible Documents in Microsoft Word
This course teaches users to add accessibility features to meet WCAG 2.1, ADA, Section 508, and AODA standards, test documents for accessibility compliance, and repair any issues to ensure full accessibility.
1 Day - $575
Dates: February 23, 2026, March 30, 2026, May 11, 2026, July 20, 2026, September 17, 2026, October 29, 2026, December 3, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisite -WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Microsoft Word 365 - Level One, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

Creating Accessible 508 Compliant Templates Using Microsoft Word
This course teaches users to create properly structured Microsoft Word templates, add accessibility features to meet ADA, Section 508, AODA, and WCAG 2.1 standards, and test and repair documents for accessibility compliance.
1 Day - $575
Dates: October 6, 2025, December 9, 2025, January 5, 2026, February 23, 2026, March 30, 2026, May 11, 2026, July 20, 2026, September 17, 2026, October 29, 2026, December 3, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites -Understanding Web content accessibility guidelines, Microsoft word 365 level 1, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

Creating Accessible Storyline eLearning Projects
Users learn to take advantage of accessibility support for your Storyline project, work with accessible audio, create keyboard-accessible content, build accessible quizzes, and include additional accessibility features.
1 Day - $575
Dates: November 5, 2025, February 12, 2026, April 10, 2026, July 10, 2026, October 13, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - Create Engaging eLearning with Articulate Storyline, WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

Designing an Accessible User Experience
This course teaches users to ensure people understand and digest information in the most usable environment, identify WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, and Section 508 compliance levels, create enriching user experiences accessible to all.
1 Day - $575
Dates: October 3, 2025, November 7, 2025, December 12, 2025, January 7, 2026, February 25, 2026, April 8,2026, May 27, 2026, August 12, 2026, September 23, 2026, November 4, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - None

InDesign: Creating Accessible PDFs with WCAG 2.1
Users learn to create PDFs that are WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, & Section 508 compliant, author InDesign documents with accessibility in mind, structure content for accessible export, use built-in tools, and test PDFs for compliance.
2 Days - $775
Dates: November 24-25, 2025, January 22-23, 2026, March 23-24, 2026, May 25-26, 2026, July 23-24, 2026, September 14-15, 2026, November 26-27, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - InDesign: Advanced Styles, Long Documents , WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory.

LiveCycle Designer: Accessible PDF Forms with WCAG 2.1
This course teaches users to create PDF forms that are WCAG 2.1 AA compliant, filter WCAG 2.1 techniques to suit specific needs, understand Sufficient vs. Advisory Techniques, identify and fix common accessibility failures.
1 Day - $575
Dates: October 2, 2025, February 12, 2026, May 13, 2026, August 18, 2026, November 30, 2026
Prerequisites - EWAW101-WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines and Adobe

Mobile Accessibility Experiences
Users learn to make content accessible for a mobile web environment, apply the best web and mobile app testing techniques, ensure content meets WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, & Section 508 compliance, building an engaging experience.
1 Day - $575
Dates: November 4, 2025, January 28, 2026, March 24, 2026, May 28, 2026, July 23, 2026, September 8, 2026, November 12, 2026
Prerequisites - None

Screen Reader Testing for Desktop Content
Users learn to test websites and common document formats using screen readers on Windows, check content for clarity and reading order, adjust preferences to reflect user settings, and document findings and issues.
1 Day - $575
Dates: October 20, 2025, November 28, 2025, January 8, 2026, February 26, 2026, April 1, 2026, May 14, 2026, June 29, 2026, August 20, 2026, October 1, 2026, November 26, 2026
Prerequisites - WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory.

Screen Reader Testing for Mobile Content
Users learn to test websites and common document formats using screen readers on mobile browsers, check content for clarity and reading order, adjust preferences to reflect user settings, and document findings and issues.
1 Day - $575
Dates: October 21, 2025, January 9, 2026, February 27, 2026, April 2, 2026, May 15, 2026, June 30, 2026, August 26, 2026, October 2, 2026, November 27, 2026
Prerequisites - WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

Testing Accessible Web Pages
Users learn to test web pages and websites against WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, and Section 508 criteria, document findings for design and development teams, and apply a reliable 5-step process to ensure accessibility compliance.
1 Day - $575
Dates: October 9, 2025, November 17, 2025, December 9, 2025, January 29, 2026, March 12, 2026, April 23, 2026, June 1, 2026
Prerequisites -WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory.

Testing Accessible Web Applications and Forms
Users learn to test web pages and websites against WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, and Section 508 criteria, document findings for design and development teams, and apply a reliable 5-step process to ensure accessibility compliance.
2 Days - $775
Dates: October 9-10, 2025, November 17-18, 2025, December 9-10, 2025, January 29-30, 2026, March 12-13, 2026, April 2-243, 2026, June 1-2, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

Testing Accessible WCAG PDF Documents
Users learn to test PDF documents against WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, Section 508, and AODA criteria, and document accessibility findings clearly for the design and development team to support compliance and improve accessibility.
1 Day - $575
Dates – November 17, 2025, January 15, 2026, March 16, 2026, May 21, 2026, July 16, 2026, September 24, 2026, November 23, 2026
Prerequisites - WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

Testing Accessible WCAG LiveCycle Designer PDF Forms
Users learn to test LiveCycle Designer PDF (XFA) forms against WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, Section 508, and AODA criteria, and document findings clearly for the design and development team to support accessibility compliance.
1 Day- $575
Dates: November 26, 2025, February 13, 2026, August 13, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory.

Testing Accessible WCAG PDF Forms (AcroForms)
Users learn to test PDF Forms (AcroForms) against WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, Section 508, and AODA criteria, and document findings effectively for the design and development team to support accessibility and compliance goals. Prerequisites
2 Days - $775
Dates: October 6-7,2025, November 27-28, 2025, January 15-16, 2026, March 16-17, 2026, May 21-22, 2026, July 16-17, 2026,September 24-25, 2026, November 23-24, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

WCAG Techniques for Web Content
Users learn to create HTML content that is WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, & Section 508 compliant, filter W3C WCAG 2.1 techniques to fit project needs, distinguish between Sufficient and Advisory Techniques, and identify common failures.
1 Day - $575
Dates: October 2, 2025, December 11, 2025, January 19, 2026, March 2, 2026, April 13, 2026, May 25, 2026, August 17, 2026, September 28, 2026, November 9, 2026, December 21, 2026
Prerequisites - WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Introduction to HTML, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory.

WCAG Techniques for Web Applications and Forms 2
Users learn to create HTML content that is WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, & Section 508 compliant, filter W3C WCAG 2.1 techniques to fit project needs, distinguish between Sufficient and Advisory Techniques, and identify common failures.
2 Days - $775
Dates: October 2-3, 2025, December 11-12, 2025, January 19-20, 2026, March 2-3, 2026, April 13-14, 2026, May 25-26, 2026, August 17-18, 2026, September 28-29, 2026, November 9-10, 2026, December 21-22, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites - WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Introduction to HTML, or equivalent knowledge or experience is mandatory

WCAG Certification

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WCAG 2.1: Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
Users learn the roles and responsibilities in a WCAG workflow, how to identify WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, & Section 508 compliance levels, determine relevant guidelines, recognize exemptions, understand compliance deadlines.
1 Day - $575
Dates: October 8, 2025, November 12, 2025, December 8, 2025, January 14, 2026, February 18, 2026, March 18, 2026, April 15, 2026, May 20, 2026, June 17, 2026, July 15, 2026, August 19, 2026, September 16, 2026, October 14, 2026,November 18, 2026, December 16, 2026
Prerequisites - None

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In the event that a class must be cancelled by the Institute, every effort will be made to notify you by email of the cancellation at least 2 weeks prior to the class date. You will receive information regarding the option to transfer your registration to another class offered by the Institute or choose to receive a refund.

If you are unable to attend a class for which you are registered, contact us at [email protected] as soon as you know you will not be able to attend. Every effort will be made to reschedule you for a later class date.

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If you need an interpreter, screen reader, or other special accommodation, please let us know at least 5 weeks in advance of the class. Although we are pleased to make arrangements to ensure that all students receive the maximum benefit from the training, we operate on a cost-recovery basis and must recoup any added costs from the student's agency.

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