Professional Resources
Continuing Education
Ascension is proud to offer a combination of self-paced training, live online courses, and on-site lunch and learn sessions. Best of all, our courses are registered with the AIA and 33 other industry associations so you can fulfill your continuing education requirements while learning about accessibility.
- Online courses – self-paced training that you can take on your schedule, wherever you are
- Live courses – join an already scheduled live session or schedule a lunch and learn session for your team. For lunch and learn sessions, we come to you and we even provide lunch!
Check out our offerings and see what works for you!
| Course name and description | Online course | Live course |
|---|---|---|
| Designing Beyond Compliance: Architecture for True Accessibility This course explores how understanding disability can guide the creation of accessible and inclusive spaces. It examines access opportunities in educational and public environments, with an emphasis on strategies that go beyond code compliance. | Register | Register or Schedule |
| Accessibility: Six Key Lessons for Navigating Compliance Requirements This course outlines important lessons to help prevent noncompliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). By understanding the ADA’s key principles and requirements, designers and architects can create inclusive environments that accommodate individuals with disabilities while mitigating legal risks. | Register | Register or Schedule |
| Vertical Lift Innovations The variety of wheelchair lifts on the market can present a challenge to specifiers. This course covers the features, codes, and regulatory requirements of vertical wheelchair lifts and the benefits of specifying a vertical wheelchair lift solution to both the user and the facility owner. | Register | Not available as a live course |
Learn about Accessibility Regulations
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ADA & ASME Wheelchair Platform Lift Codes
ADA standards are interpreted in this list & it should be noted that safety & accessibility codes are constantly changing & being adopted throughout the US. -
What Makes a Vertical Platform Lift ADA Compliant?
Long story short, in order to be considered ADA compliant, a platform lift must comply with the ASME A18.1 Safety Standard. However, the standard is nuanced, and complying with the letter of the standard can be a bit complicated. -
Navigating Through ADA and ADAAG Code Interpretation
ADA & ADAAG accessibility requirements can be unclear & subject to broad interpretation, which causes problems trying to meet ADA standards.
Learn about Accessibility Options
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Parts and Features of a Platform Lift
Most platform lifts are custom built with a variety of features & options, such as safety pans, installation pits, portability, low profile & a drive train. -
Vertical Platform Lifts Vs Inclined Platform Lifts
Inclined platform lifts (IPLs), or a stair lifts, are limited use elevating devices for transporting a disabled rider diagonally across a staircase. -
Platform Lift or Ramp? Choosing the Right Accessibility Solution for Commercial Buildings
Platform lifts vs Ramps is a common decision for accessibility challenges because in many cases they can be too large, costly or impractical for a venue.