CTS Learning Academy

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Empowering Professionals. Advancing Accessibility.

CTS Learning Academy provides accessible, practical professional development opportunities designed to expand knowledge, strengthen skills, and promote inclusion.

Our courses support educators, rehabilitation professionals, disability service providers, and organizations seeking to improve accessibility and service delivery.

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Practical training built by assistive technology and rehabilitation professionals.

Featured Free Course

Featured Free Course

Introduction to Assistive Technology

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Discover how assistive technology supports individuals with disabilities in education, employment, and everyday life.

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About this course

Discover how assistive technology supports individuals with disabilities in education, employment, and everyday life. This introductory course explores common assistive technology solutions, accessibility considerations, and practical applications.

Cost
Free
Status
Coming Soon

Professional Development Courses

Explore specialized professional development courses designed to enhance knowledge and practical skills in assistive technology, accessibility, disability services, and inclusive practices. Access to select courses is provided to approved participants.

New courses are being prepared

Our professional development catalog will appear here as courses are published. Please contact CTS Learning Academy if your organization needs training now.

Professional Learning Designed for Real-World Application

CTS Learning Academy brings together practical experience in assistive technology, rehabilitation, accessibility, and disability services to support meaningful professional development.

Our goal is to provide training that professionals can apply in educational, employment, rehabilitation, and community settings.

Academy Resource Library

Research-backed articles and professional guides on assistive technology, accessibility, vocational rehabilitation, and employment — curated to support your learning.

Assistive Technology
Article
Modern Assistive Technology Trends Improving Employment Readiness — And How CTS Brings Research Into Practice
The Assistive Technology field has transformed dramatically, driven by advances in AI, mobile accessibility, and cloud-based productivity systems. Research shows employment outcomes improve most when AT is integrated into everyday workflows.
6 min readRead Now
Low Vision & Blindness
Article
The New Landscape of Blindness & Low-Vision Technology: What Current Research Shows and How CTS Meets the Need
Advancements in low-vision and blindness technology have accelerated. Research highlights a strong trend: blind and low-vision users increasingly rely on combinations of access tools, not a single system.
7 min readRead Now
Vocational Rehabilitation
Article
The Evidence Behind Assistive Technology in VR Services — And How CTS Strengthens Employment Outcomes in Arizona
Vocational Rehabilitation research indicates that Assistive Technology is one of the strongest predictors of successful VR outcomes, especially when integrated early and aligned with job tasks.
6 min readRead Now
Employment & Education
Article
Digital Skills, Assistive Technology, and Workforce Readiness: What Today’s Research Means for Students and VR Clients
Modern workforce and education studies show that digital skills, assistive technology, and accessibility practices are essential for success in both employment and postsecondary education.
6 min readRead Now
Professional Development
Professional Guide
The Evolving Competencies Required for Assistive Technology and Disability Professionals in Today’s Workforce
Professional expectations for assistive technology and disability-service practitioners continue to evolve, requiring a blend of technical knowledge, cultural responsiveness, and evidence-based thinking.
5 min readRead Now
Disability & Corrections
Article
Improving Accessibility & Technology Access in Correctional Settings: What Current Research Shows and How CTS Bridges the Divide
Although correctional education and reentry services have expanded, individuals with disabilities remain significantly underserved. CTS applies current research to build evidence-based solutions.
8 min readRead Now

Training for Schools, Agencies & Organizations

Interested in providing assistive technology or disability-related professional development for your team? Collaborative Technology Solutions offers training opportunities for educational institutions, rehabilitation agencies, government organizations, and service providers.

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