Accessible Technology Policy

Policy Number: 200-29

I. Purpose

The purpose of this policy is for the college to provide information technology resources and services that are accessible to all OC students, faculty, staff and the public regardless of disability consistent with the following laws and policies:

II. Policy

Olympic College is committed to equal access to its educational and administrative services, programs, and activities. It is the policy of OC to provide information technology resources and services that are accessible to all OC students, faculty, staff and the public regardless of disability. This policy encompasses all information and communication technology (ICT) used to deliver programs and services throughout the institution and applies to their procurement, development, implementation and ongoing maintenance.

Accessible Technology Guiding Principles:

  • Technology accessibility is an institution-wide responsibility that requires commitment and involvement from leadership across the enterprise.
  • Each community member has a role and responsibility to integrate aspects of accessibility/usability into the business processes of everyday work tasks.
  • Technology access for individuals with disabilities should provide comparable functionality, affordability, and timeliness and should be delivered in as seamless a manner as possible.
  • Universal Design principles are encouraged such that they may reduce the need for, and costs associated with, individual accommodations.

  • Recommended by the College Technology Council Accessible Technology Workgroup June 9, 2017
  • Approved by the College Technology Council June 12, 2017
  • Approved by President’s Cabinet June 13, 2017
  • Approved by President June 13, 2017
  • Approved by the Board of Trustees June 20, 2017