Accessibility Statement

Accessibility Statement for Cavan Institute

Last Updated: 01/01/2025

Cavan Institute is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are actively working to enhance the user experience for all individuals, regardless of ability, and to ensure that our website is accessible and inclusive for all.

This accessibility statement applies to the website: https://www.cavaninstitute.ie

1. Commitment to Accessibility

Cavan Institute is dedicated to creating an accessible digital environment in line with the European Accessibility Act, the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), and the EU Web Accessibility Directive.

We believe that accessibility is essential in delivering quality education and services to our diverse community of students, staff, and stakeholders.

2. Compliance Status

This website is fully compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA and EN 301 549 V3.2.1.

3. Description of the Service and Accessibility Measures

Our website, https://www.cavaninstitute.ie, provides information about our full-time and part-time courses, student supports, admissions process, and campus life at Cavan Institute.

To ensure accessibility, the following features are in place:

Clear Navigation: Consistent page layout, semantic headings, and easy-to-use menus.
Keyboard Functionality: All interactive components can be accessed using only a keyboard.
Text Alternatives: All informative images contain descriptive alt text.
Responsive Design: The site is optimised for mobile, tablet, and desktop access.
Zoom and Resizing: Text can be enlarged up to 200% without breaking layout or content.
Colour Contrast: Text and interface elements meet contrast ratio requirements.
Readable Language: Information is presented in plain, accessible English.
Accessible Forms: Forms include clear labels, instructions, and real-time feedback on errors.
Screen Reader Compatibility: Compatible with assistive technologies such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver.
HTML and ARIA Support: Semantic HTML and ARIA roles improve compatibility with screen readers and navigation aids.

4. Preparation of this Accessibility Statement

This statement was prepared on 01/01/25.
The method used to prepare this statement was:

Human Testing
External third-party audit conducted by SiteImprove

This statement was last reviewed on 01/01/25.

5. Non-Accessible Content

As of the most recent review, there are no known areas of the site that are not accessible.

5.1 Disproportionate Burden

Cavan Institute currently has no content areas where accessibility compliance has been excluded due to a disproportionate burden.

5.2 Content not within the scope of the applicable legislation

Some content may be outside the scope of current accessibility legislation, such as:

Archived PDF files published before June 28, 2025
Embedded third-party platforms such as YouTube or Google Maps
Certain multimedia content created before the accessibility requirements came into effect

5.3 Limitations and Alternatives

There are currently no known limitations. If any are discovered, we are committed to providing accessible alternatives on request.

6. Ongoing Efforts to Maintain Accessibility

Cavan Institute is committed to continual improvement in digital accessibility through:

Regular Audits and Testing
Staff Training in Accessibility Best Practices
Incorporation of Accessibility in All Web Projects
Actively Seeking and Responding to Feedback
Monitoring Updates to Relevant Accessibility Standards

7. Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Cavan Institute’s website. Please contact us if you experience any barriers or require content in an alternative format:

Email: admin@cavaninstitute.ie
Phone: +353 49 433 2633
Postal Address: Cathedral Road, Cavan, H12 E426, Ireland

We aim to respond to accessibility enquiries within 5 business days.
The person responsible for accessibility at Cavan Institute is the Digital Communications Coordinator.