- Characterize and differentiate between theoretical models of disability, including the strengths and weaknesses of their underlying assumptions
- Identify the names, terminology, and basic concepts of prominent theoretical models of disability.
- Compare and contrast the underlying assumptions of the different models.
- Compare the implications of each model on public and personal perceptions of disability.
- Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of each model
- Demonstrate an understanding of which models align most closely with the principles of accessibility and universal design.
- Demonstrate an understanding of ways in which various models may overlap or complement each other.
- Apply the models to example scenarios in the lives of people with disabilities.
- Name the main categories of disabilities.
- Classify specific conditions under their relevant disability category or categories.
- Define assistive technologies.
- Match disability categories with relevant assistive technologies.
- Describe the accessibility challenges faced by people with disabilities of a given category.
- Given a scenario or narrative in an applied domain, identify accessibility challenges for people of various kinds of disabilities, and potential solutions to overcome those challenges.
- Rate the appropriateness of a proposed solution for a person with a specific disability.
- Identify the input and output mechainsms individuals with different kinds of disabilities use when interacting with information and communications technologies.
- Identify the assistive technologies and adaptive strategies used by individuals with disabilities when interacting with the physical world.
- Provide examples of permanent, temporary, and episodic disabilities, respectively.
Note: These study tasks are implied, but not directly stated, in the CPACC Body of Knowledge.
- Become familiar with the average percent of populations living with disabilities in various regions around the world
Note: This study task has been changed to be a numbered list item for easier reference. Also, this study task is not a true objective and we should consider how to rephrase it so it is.
- Apply disability etiquette to a specific scenario.
- Judge the appropriateness of various ways of referring to or about people with disabilities.
- Compare and contrast individual accomodations versus universal design
III. Laws, Regulations, Standards, Policies, and Organizational Accessibility Strategies (20% of the exam)
- Name prominent international documents or agreements related to disability and human rights.
- Explain the main purposes of each convention or treaty.
- Explain the relationships between the declarations and treaties.
Note: Study tasks have been changed to numbered list items for easier reference. In CPACC BOK, they were from bulleted list items.