Study Companion

The CPACC Roadmap Study Companion is your complete guide to preparing for the IAAP CPACC certification exam, covering everything from disability models and assistive technologies to universal design principles and global accessibility laws. With a practical 3-month study plan, this guide makes exam prep manageable and helps you build the expertise you need to succeed.

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Tips for Success

Buddy up with a colleague or friend to study and take the exam. It helps with accountability and motivation.

Use AI, like NotebookLM, to reference the BOK to create flashcards, audio deep dives, quizzes, and study guides that match your learning needs.

Micro-learning in 15-30 minute blocks that fit into your existing schedule: early mornings, lunch breaks, or commute time. Consistency matters more than marathon sessions.

Time-block your calendar with unmovable sessions in advance and protect that time.

Use dead time productively. Review flashcards, listen to resources while exercising, or read notes during a passive commute.

Identify your peak performance time and study the most challenging material when you're mentally sharpest.

3-Month CPACC Study Schedule

This 3-month (12-week) schedule is designed for a typical full-time working adult, assuming a study commitment of approximately 3 to 5 hours per week, including dedicated time to explore the foundational concepts and the numerous external resources and links within this course and the IAAP CPACC Body of Knowledge (BOK).

The schedule is structured to reflect the weightings of the three core domains of the CPACC certification: Domain One (40%), Domain Two (40%), and Domain Three (20%).

MONTH ONE

Disabilities, Challenges, and Assistive Technologies (Domain One: 40%)

Week	Domain	Key Tasks	Chapter
1	Domain One A: Characterize and Differentiate Between Theoretical Models of Disability	Analyze the 7 Models of Disability: study the definitions, strengths, and weaknesses. Review all recommended resources.	The CPACC Roadmap Part 1, Chapter 1
2	Domain One B and C (Part 1): Visual, Auditory, and Deaf-Blindness	Study Visual, Auditory, and Deaf-Blindness Disabilities, including barriers, accessibility solutions, and Assistive Technologies (AT). Review all recommended resources.	The CPACC Roadmap Part 1, Chapter 2 Web Accessibility 101, Chapter 2
3	Domain One B and C (Part 2): Speech and Language, Mobility	Study Speech and Language Disabilities and Mobility, Flexibility, and Body Structure. Disabilities, focusing on physical and digital barriers, and AT. Review all recommended resources.	The CPACC Roadmap Part 1, Chapter 2
4	Domain One B and C (Part 3), D, E: Cognitive, Seizure, Psychological	Study Cognitive Disabilities, Seizure Disabilities, and Psychological Disabilities. Finish Domain One by studying Disability Demographics and Disability Etiquette. Review all recommended resources.	The CPACC Roadmap Part 1, Chapter 2 The CPACC Roadmap Part 1, Chapter 3 The CPACC Roadmap Part 1, Chapter 4

MONTH TWO

Accessibility and Universal Design (Domain Two: 40%)

Week	Domain	Key Tasks	Chapter
5	Domain Two: A, B, C	Distinguish between Individualized Accommodations and Universal Design. Review the Benefits of Accessibility. Study WCAG: identify and apply the four core principles of Web Accessibility. Review all recommended resources.	The CPACC Roadmap Part 2, Chapter 1(opens in a new tab) The CPACC Roadmap Part 2, Chapter 2(opens in a new tab) Web Accessibility 101, Chapter 1(opens in a new tab) Web Accessibility 101, Chapter 3(opens in a new tab)
6	Domain Two D, E	Study Accessibility Principles for the Built Environment and why UD is important in planning and design. Master the 7 Principles of Universal Design. Review all recommended resources.	The CPACC Roadmap Part 2, Chapter 3 The CPACC Roadmap Part 2, Chapter 5
7	Domain Two F	Define and apply the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Study the concepts of Usability and User Experience (UX), and how they relate to accessibility and user-centered design. Review all Domain Two content. Review all recommended resources.	The CPACC Roadmap Part 2, Chapter 2 The CPACC Roadmap Part 2, Chapter 4

MONTH THREE

Standards, Laws, and Management Strategies (Domain Three: 20%)

Week	Domain	Key Tasks	Chapter
8	Domain Three A, B	Identify and characterize prominent International Declarations and Regional Instruments. Pay attention to how these instruments define discrimination and accessibility. Review all recommended resources.	The CPACC Roadmap Part 3, Chapter 1(opens in a new tab) The CPACC Roadmap Part 3, Chapter 2(opens in a new tab)
9	Domain Three C, D	Identify and characterize major National/Provincial, Domain-Specific, and Procurement Laws. Review all recommended resources.	The CPACC Roadmap Part 3, Chapter 3(opens in a new tab) The CPACC Roadmap Part 3, Chapter 4(opens in a new tab)
10	Domain Three E, F	Study the application of accessibility standards and regulations to ICT. Focus on Organizational Strategy: study W3C and European Agency recommendations for integrating accessibility (Initiate, Plan, Implement, Sustain). Review all recommended resources.	The CPACC Roadmap Part 3, Chapter 5 The CPACC Roadmap Part 3, Chapter 6
11	Domain Three F (Continued) & General Review	Study Maturity Models and the importance of Management Champions. Review best practices for recruiting, communication, legal/PR implications, and purchasing. Dedicated Review: Use this week to conduct a comprehensive review of Domains One and Two, focusing on the areas identified as less familiar. Review all recommended resources.	The CPACC Roadmap Part 3, Chapter 6
12	Additional Reading	Final Review: consolidate notes, re-read domain introductions and summaries. Expanded Study: Use the time to explore the links provided in the Additional Reading section of the BOK for expanded study in areas of weakness or high importance.	The CPACC Roadmap Part 1 The CPACC Roadmap Part 2 The CPACC Roadmap Part 3

When you feel prepared: Apply for your exam

Read the IAAP Candidate and Certificant Handbook to learn how to register for the exam.