The misconception that a universal WCAG certificate is enough to operate across all European markets often leads to audit reports being rejected by regulatory bodies. Every EU member state implements European directives through its own national legislation, creating a unique set of compliance requirements. With the release of version prod-0.0.45, MITC introduces exams tailored to the local laws of 32 countries, enabling precise validation of an auditor’s competence within a specific jurisdiction.

Poland vs. International standards

For specialists operating in Poland, the new exam variant is now built around two pillar acts:

1. The Act on Digital Accessibility of Websites and Mobile Applications of Public Entities,
2. The Act on Ensuring Accessibility for People with Special Needs.

The exam verifies whether a candidate can translate technical defects into violations of specific sections of these laws. Access to this professional certification level is priced at €50.00.

Expansion to 32 markets

The new catalogue covers 32 markets with specific legal frameworks, including:

• Germany - BITV 2.0 (Barrierefreie-Informationstechnik-Verordnung) and the Equality Act (LBG),
• France - RGAA (Référentiel général d'amélioration de l'accessibilité),
• United Kingdom - Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) Accessibility Regulations AND the Equality Act 2010.

Exam structure and skills verification

MITC has moved away from theoretical questions in favour of a hands-on manual software test. The certification process consists of four key stages:

1. Evaluating the application based on the four pillars: perceivability, operability, understandability, and robustness.
2. Working with screen readers, browser developer tools, and automated scanners (AXE, Lighthouse).
3. Independent identification of barriers that automated algorithms typically miss.
4. Documenting issues while mapping them to the specific success criteria or legal clauses violated.

Professional path

The exam is designed for QA testers, developers, UX/UI designers, and Accessibility Coordinators. The resulting certificate is valid indefinitely, though we recommend renewal every 5 years to stay aligned with evolving market practices and technology.

Pricing by scope

• WCAG 2.1 Level A/AA: €25.00
• Combined WCAG 2.1 (A + AA): €40.00
• Local Accessibility Laws (including the Polish variant): €50.00

Given that this certification directly boosts your market rate and helps organisations avoid non-compliance penalties, it represents one of the most cost-effective entries into this specialised niche.

Test your skills with a free demo

Are you ready to align your auditing workflow with these new legal standards? Before committing to the full certification, you can explore the practical side of the examination through our free demo. 

It’s the quickest way to see how the MITC platform evaluates your ability to identify barriers and map them to specific regulations.

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