What does a Accessibility Specialist do?

You make websites and apps accessible and usable for everyone.

What education does Accessibility Specialist require?

University of Applied Sciences (36 months)

How much does a Accessibility Specialist earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 80'000, mid ~CHF CHF 105'000 per year (approximate).

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Accessibility Specialist

IT & Technology

Accessibility specialists ensure that digital products, websites and applications are usable for everyone, including people with disabilities. They check conformity with WCAG guidelines, advise development teams and test with assistive technologies. In Switzerland, digital accessibility is gaining importance through the Disability Equality Act.

Entry

~CHF 80'000

CHF 6'667/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 105'000

CHF 8'750/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 135'000

CHF 11'250/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity of Applied Sciences

Duration36 months

Your path to Accessibility Specialist

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Secondary School

You are here

Decision

Apprenticeship + BMS → UASHigh School → UAS (with internship)FMS + Baccalaureate → UAS

Preparation

Vocational or specialized baccalaureate

3–5 years

University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor's degree

3 years

Optional: Master UAS

1.5–2 years

Career Start

Bachelor/Master

Starting salary: CHF 80'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics5/10

🔬 Science5/10

💻 IT8/10

🔧 Manual1/10

🎨 Artistic5/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10

🎨 Creativity5/10

🤝 Social Contact6/10

💪 Physical Demands1/10

📈 Career Growth6/10

🔮 Future Outlook7/10

🔥 Demand (current)6/10

✨ AI Risk5/10

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