About this course
The Options Trading 101 course is designed to guide both beginners and intermediate traders through the world of options, under careful guidance, unlocking useful methods for risk management and profit potential in any market condition.
The course starts with foundational knowledge—covering options terminology, how options contracts work, and some basics across calls and puts. Building on these basics, it delves into essential strategies, explaining how each can be applied for income generation or risk reduction. Advanced modules explore complex strategies equipping traders with the skills to capitalize on market volatility and trends.
Throughout the course, live examples, case studies, and guided exercises reinforce the learning, providing practical insights into reading options chains, calculating profitability, and setting up trades on popular trading platforms. Risk management, technical analysis, and understanding the Greeks (delta, gamma, theta, vega) are emphasized to help students make well-informed decisions and adapt their strategies based on market changes.
By the end, participants will have the confidence to navigate options trading independently, equipped with a complete toolkit to execute trades effectively and maximize returns while managing potential risks.
The top performing student will be granted a pre-funded investment account to trade with their new found skill.
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Understanding the basics of options trading
Understanding the options marketplace
Deep dive into options mechanics
Getting started with practice trading
Reviewing key concepts from Week 1
Learning the covered call strategy
Understanding portfolio protection
Stock acquisition strategy
Protected positions with income
Real-world applications of Week 2 strategies
Understanding vertical spread strategies
Multi-leg neutral strategies
Volatility strategies
Technical analysis for options trading
Applying advanced strategies
Comprehensive risk management
Mastering the Greeks
Building an options portfolio
Comprehensive trading practice
Comprehensive course review and next steps