Inclusion

Accessibility Statement

We are committed to ensuring our website is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities, meeting WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.

Last updated: January 2026  |  WCAG 2.1 Level AA & Equality Act 2010

Our Commitment

The IAM believes that all users should be able to access information and services on our website, regardless of ability. We continuously work to improve the user experience for everyone.

This statement applies to www.instam.org and associated subdomains, prepared in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) Accessibility Regulations 2018.

WCAG 2.1
Level AA Compliance
2010
Equality Act
2018
Accessibility Regulations

Accessibility Features

Visual Design

  • High contrast colour schemes meeting WCAG AA ratio
  • Resizable text up to 200% without loss
  • Clear, readable fonts
  • No colour-only information

Navigation

  • Full keyboard accessibility
  • Skip to main content links
  • Consistent page structure
  • Clear focus indicators

Images & Media

  • Alt text for all meaningful images
  • Captions for video content
  • Descriptive link text
  • No auto-playing media

Content Structure

  • Semantic HTML5 markup
  • Proper heading hierarchy
  • ARIA labels and landmarks
  • Accessible form labels

Standards We Follow

Our website aims to conform to WCAG 2.1 at Level AA, organised around four principles:

Perceivable

Information must be presentable in ways users can perceive.

Operable

Navigation and UI must be operable by all users.

Understandable

Information and interface operation must be understandable.

Robust

Content must work with assistive technologies.

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, some content may have limitations:

  • PDF documents: Some older PDFs may not be fully accessible. Contact us for an accessible version.
  • Third-party content: Some embedded content may not meet the same standards.
  • Legacy content: Some archived pages are being progressively updated.

Browser & Assistive Technology

Our website is designed to be compatible with:

  • Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (recent versions)
  • Screen readers: JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver
  • Screen magnification (ZoomText)
  • Speech recognition (Dragon NaturallySpeaking)
  • Keyboard-only navigation
  • OS accessibility features (high contrast, text scaling)

Customise Your Experience

Adjusting Text Size

  • Windows: Ctrl + to zoom in, Ctrl - to zoom out, Ctrl 0 to reset
  • Mac: Cmd + to zoom in, Cmd - to zoom out, Cmd 0 to reset

Changing Colours

Use high contrast mode in your OS settings (Windows: Settings > Accessibility > Contrast themes; Mac: System Preferences > Accessibility > Display).

Keyboard Navigation

  • Tab - move forward through links and controls
  • Shift + Tab - move backward
  • Enter - activate links and buttons
  • Arrow keys - navigate within menus
  • Escape - close menus and overlays

Reasonable Adjustments

Under the Equality Act 2010, learners with disabilities can access IAM qualifications with adjustments including:

  • Extra examination time
  • Modified materials (large print, braille, coloured paper)
  • Assistive technology during assessments
  • Alternative assessment methods
  • Accessible venues and reader/scribe support

Contact your Training Centre or email enquiry@instam.org.

Feedback & Reporting

We welcome feedback on accessibility. When reporting issues, include the page URL, a description, your device/browser, and any assistive technology used.

Contact us at enquiry@instam.org. We respond within 5 working days.

If unsatisfied, contact the Equality Advisory Support Service (EASS) for advice on equality and human rights.

Need Help with Accessibility?

If you experience any difficulty accessing our website or need information in an alternative format, we are here to help.

Helpful Resources