ADCET - Australian Disability Clearinghouse on Education and Training

ADCET is Australia’s leading resource on disability in tertiary education for disability practitioners, educators, and students.

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Accessibility in Office 365: Language and Communication

ADCET is delighted to announce the second webinar in our Microsoft Accessibility series. This webinar will showcase how the accessibility features built into Windows and Microsoft Office can empower and personalise. Discover a vast array of assistive technology products that are designed for individuals who have a language or communication disability. This session will go for 1.5 hours with 30 minutes available for questions. When: Tuesday 6 Jun 2023

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Inclusive assessment for students with disability

ADCET is pleased to welcome Dr Joanna Tai, a Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for Research in Assessment and Digital Learning (CRADLE) at Deakin University. In this presentation, Dr Tai will share findings from her research on how examination arrangements in higher education impact on students’ experiences of inclusion and ways to improve inclusion in exams as part of a holistic approach to Universal Design for Learning. When: Tuesday 13 Jun 2023

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Updates from ATEND take stock of the post-COVID sector

The Australian Tertiary Education Network on Disability (ATEND) has undergone a number of changes in recent months. One of the biggest changes is that ATEND now covers Australia and New Zealand thanks to an alteration of the organisation’s constitution in December 2022.

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ADCET's Annual Accessibility in Action Awards Winners

ADCET was proud to announce the winners of our Accessibility in Action Awards 2023 during a live online presentation. These awards recognised individuals and teams that have made a significant contribution to advancing accessibility and promoting inclusive practices. This event brought together colleagues from across the sector, allowing them to connect and share innovative examples from their own work. Discover more about the winning projects or watch the recording.

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Statement on the Federal Budget changes to the NDCO program and the future of ADCET

In the Federal Budget the Government has announced that the NDCO Program will cease on 31 July 2023. This will have a profound effect on the ongoing support the NDCO Program provides for ADCET. We know many stakeholders in the sector are concerned about retaining the vital and valuable work of ADCET and we encourage everyone to participate in the upcoming consultation that the Department of Education is planning in the coming months.

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What People Say

As a newcomer to the tertiary education sector, ADCET has been an enormous source of information, wisdom and support in all things education related. I’ve worked in the disability sector for over 30 years and ADCET is by far the most comprehensive and professional resource I have ever come across. The collegiality and willingness of practitioners across the country to share their knowledge and expertise is truly inspirational.

Michelle Anderson, Manager

Access & Inclusion, University of SA
ADCET provides the Tertiary Education Sector with the most up to date current professional training. The webinars provided professional training over the breadth of a worker’s carer. This training has embedded a high quality of service across Tertiary Education Sector in Australia.

Liz Sullivan, Manager

UniAccess, Student Success and Wellbeing, University of Western Australia
When I arrived in Australia 8 years ago and then landed my first role as a disability practitioner on Aussie soil, ADCET was my source of truth! I was the only disability advisor in the university and having ADCET to refer to ensured that I aligned with best practice in the sector. I have also referred countless academics and students to the website, to explore teaching strategies and assistive technology options. ADCET ensures that we as practitioners are all on the same page which benefits students with disability in tertiary education. Thank you ADCET for supporting us to support students with disability equitably, and I look forward to the next 25 years!

Veronica Nelson, Access and Inclusion Advisor

University of SA
A TAFE QLD practitioner for 28 years; I moved into a disability educational role in 2017. The ADCET team and their amazing suite of innovative and inclusive resources immediately made me feel comfortable, in control and totally supported. Through their modelling and encouragement I now get involved with the development and trialling of resources for our industry! The ADCET team genuinely cares for student and practitioner growth, both professionally and personally.

Meredith Jackson, Leading Vocational Teacher

Student Support, TAFE Queensland
As a disability practitioner who often provides discrete support to our students, ADCET has been my ‘go-to’ resource for technology know-how, practitioner best practice and often just the simple but vital confirmation that I’m doing the best I can for our students engagement, independence and progression. ADCET is a wonderful resource. Happy 20th birthday!

Brandon Taylor, Manager

TAFE Queensland