Basics
Getting started in the world of trading requires solid knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of trading. The Basics Course is aimed at new and beginner traders and it provides the required foundation needed to become a successful trader.
Get startedSyllabus
This course is easy to follow and will introduce all the foundational concepts you need dynamically and interactively. You will get to experience 8 comprehensive and informative video lessons designed especially for beginner traders.
Basics Course Modules:
- All the basic trading concepts and terminology
- Types of markets
- Types of commodities, stocks, currencies, indices, and much more
- The basic concepts of technical analysis
- Intro to candlestick charts, time frames, trends, and more
- Additional concepts of technical analysis
- Take profit, Stop loss, margin, balance, and more.
- Introduction to one of the oldest and most common technical analysis tools
- How to read and interpret candlestick charts
- The sequel to part 1 reviews the types of candles and their meaning.
- Identifying the different candlestick patterns
- An interactive exercise to put the theory into practice of what has been learned about Japanese Candlesticks in the previous lessons.
- What are the indicators and their background?
- How indicators help us to trade
- A brief review of the top 5 indicators
- What are Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies?
- How to trade cryptocurrencies?
- Getting started with cryptocurrencies
MORE VALUE BEYOND OUR COURSES
Webinars & Live Sessions
Traders will receive useful tips and effective trading techniques via our webinars and live sessions. These opportunities make a great addition to our courses.
Learning Resources
Whenever you need a recap or you are not sure about a specific subject, you will be able to view any of our lessons again.
Market News
It is essential that you stay up-to-date on the latest market-moving news. We provide our students with access to the most important financial news to help you identify trading opportunities.
Supportive Trading Community
As a Smith & Kent student, you will be able to join our community of traders and expert instructors in order to collaborate, exchange ideas and grow.