A good course teaches you something you can show at the end. Before you sign up, ask these questions and write down the answers.
- What will I be able to do when it ends, and can I see work from past students?
- How much of the time is practice, not lectures?
- Who teaches it, and have they done this work themselves?
- What does it cost in total, including travel, materials and time away from work?
- Is there a shorter way to try it first, such as a weekend workshop?
If a course promises a job abroad or a guaranteed income, be careful and check it with people you trust first.
